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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Missouri – bat found injured

While walking their dog in the afternoon, a passerby in St Peters, MO found a bat lying in the grass with an injured wing. We provided guidance on how to […]

Texas – injured bat found in driveway

A caller in Houston, TX found an injured bat in her driveway on her way to work in the morning. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat […]

Indiana – bat found grounded

A small bat was found grounded in South Bend, IN. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]