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 on back porch

A lady in Leesburg, FL found a bat on her back porch when she walked out to go to work in the morning. The bat was grounded and could not […]

Washington – 4 bats flying around house

A lady in Bremerton, WA, had 4 bats flying around the house for 2 days. The bats were trapped and could not leave causing severe dehydration and emaciation. We provided […]

Colorado – bat attacked by cat

A lady in Aspen, CO found a bat that seemed to be attacked by a cat. The bat had a couple of holes in its wing causing him to be […]

Texas – bat found in fire station

A firefighter in Azle, TX, called late at night after finding a juvenile bat on the ground at the fire station. The bat was fully grown and had a possible […]

Canada – bat found in wine barrel

A lady in Vancouver, Canada, found a bat in her wine barrel early morning. The bat had been trapped for a while and was emaciated and dehydrated. We provided guidance […]