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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Virginia – two baby bats found in barn

Two baby bats were found alone in a barn in Glenco, VA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bats and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]

Georgia – baby bat found grounded

A baby bat was found grounded near a home in Cartersville, GA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]

Mississippi – bat attacked by dog

A homeowner in Laurel, MI noticed a stray dog in their yard with something in its mouth. When the homeowner went outside the dog dropped what was in its mouth. […]

Indiana – bat on side of building

A business owner in Fort Wayne, ID noticed a small bat roosting on the side of their building while taking out the trash. They had seen the bat there the […]

Texas – baby bat swept outside

A business owner in Mineral Wells, TX was startled when a small bat suddenly ran across the floor of their shop. In their state of panic, they quickly grabbed a […]

Tennessee – brown bat pup found on porch

A homeowner found a little brown bat pup grounded on her porch in Nashville, TN. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the pup and located a volunteer transporter […]