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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Georgia – bat found on trail

A bat was found in Dunwoody, GA on a hiking trail. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. […]

Texas – bat found at clinic

A bat was found by a nurse grounded in a clinic in Wichita Falls, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer […]

Texas – bat stuck in grill of car

A bat was found stuck to the grill of a car in Houston, TX. After gently removing the bat using gloves, the finder placed him in a secure box and […]