Rescue Log

In addition to the 700 permanent residents cared for daily at Bat World Sanctuary, the following bats were rescued and released back to the wild (or were provided permanent sanctuary with us if they were not releasable). Also logged are the rescues we directly assisted with nationally and internationally. Click on the entry to see any photos or videos that are available. 

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Oklahoma – red bat pup fell from tree

While a family was spending time outside their home in Red Oak, OK they witnessed a small bat pup fall from a tree. We provided guidance on how to safely […]

Florida – baby bats found on sidewalk

2 bat pups were found by a tourist in Orlando, FL dehydrated and sunburnt. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]

Texas – red bat found grounded

A juvenile red bat was discovered lying on a lawn in Weatherford, TX. With no mother in site, the little one may have been dropped while his mother was being […]