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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Connecticut – bat found in basement

A bat was located in a basement of a dwelling near Watertown, CT. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the […]

Washington – bat found in kitchen

A bat was found in a kitchen near Mid-state, WA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]

Washington – bat flying in house

A homeowner in Rockport WA, called after spotting a bat flying around their home. They were concerned that their cats may harm the bat, and knew it was far too […]

Minnesota – bat found in snow

A local in Rochester, MN found a bat laying in the freezing snow late in the evening. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained […]