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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Florida – bat found in pool

A bat was found in the pool of an Orlando, FL homeowner. The bat was aspirating and needed to get to a rehabber immediately. We provided guidance on how to […]

Kansas – found pup grounded

A man in Johnson County, KS, found an orphaned evening bat on the ground by his shed. The pup was generally healthy but no mom was found. We guided on […]

Connecticut – baby bats found grounded

A lady in Southbury, CT, found two baby bats that fell from the rafter of their barn. The baby bats were orphaned and needed help. We provided guidance on how […]

New York – baby bat found grounded

A baby bat in Dutchess County, NY, was found by a lady who was watering her garden. The baby bat had been orphaned and was extremely emaciated. We provided guidance […]

Florida – baby bat found grounded

A baby bat in Orlando, FL,  was found on the ground underneath her bat house. We provided contact info for a local rescuer as to how to safely place healthy […]