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New York – bat found on sidewalk
A bat was found by a passerby lying on the sidewalk in New York, NY. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.
Texas- bat found inside rental unit
A bat was found in a Mineral Wells, TX rental unit. The healthy bat was found hiding behind a painting in an empty apartment and needed some assistance. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right away. The bat was brought to us where he will be […]
2 events,
Arkansas – bat found under rug
A caller from Paragould, AK was shocked to discover a tiny bat hiding under a rug at her workplace. Concerned for the bat's wellbeing, as people had been walking on the rug while the bat was possibly underneath, the finder safely contained the bat in a secure cardboard box using gloves. We located a bat-trained […]
North Carolina – bat under apartment stairwell
While making their way down the stairwell, a resident of an apartment complex in Greensboro, NC noticed a small object beneath the stairs. Upon further inspection, they realized it was a frightened little bat and knew it needed help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]
2 events,
Mississippi- bat found on sidewalk
While out for an evening walk with her dog, a woman in Hernando, MS came across an eastern red bat lying on the sidewalk. She immediately jumped to action, and using a cloth safely contained the bat in a secure shoe box. Fearful for the bat's wellbeing, she brought the little one home with her […]
Kentucky – eastern red found on apartment patio – photo available
A resident of an apartment complex in Lexington, KY was shocked to find a little Eastern red bat curled up in a ball on the patio. She was unsure if the bat was hurt or not, so she quickly gave us a call. After sending multiple photos and videos of the bat to a staff […]
2 events,
Connecticut – bat found grounded in the cold
A concerned home owner gave us a call after finding a bat lying on the ground outside their home in Stafford Springs, CT, worried that the bat had gotten too cold. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a […]
California – evening bat found near barn
A homeowner in Fresno, CA had found an evening bat roosting on the outside of his barn. Using gloves, the finder gently scooped the bat into a safe box and provided a shallow dish of water. We located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be […]
2 events,
Florida – bat found clinging to fishing net
The owner of a fishing shop in Gainesville, FL discovered a little bat clinging to a fishing net within the store. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back […]
3 events,
Florida- bat found grounded
A woman in Sebring, FL found a bat grounded by her front door. She was concerned for the well-being of the bat and called us to assist with the situation. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located several bat-trained rescuers in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a […]
Nevada – bat found at work in glue trap
An employee of a business in Las Vegas, NV discovered a bat stuck on a glue trap. After calling us for instructions, she used gloves and oil to remove the bat by herself. We provided guidance on how to keep the bat safely and comfortably contained and located a Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuer in […]
Texas- bat on sidewalk
An individual was walking down the sidewalk in Conroe, TX when they discovered an injured bat on the ground. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the […]
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California- bat found grounded at jobsite
A bat in Temecula, CA was found on the ground at a job site. When the bat was noticed the finder called us to help assist the bat and get him/her some help. We gave guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat […]
4 events,
North Carolina-bats tucked under insulation
A pest control company in North Carolina, called us needing information on how to save bats that were tucked under the insulation they were removing. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bats and located a bat-trained rescuer in their area. The bats were transferred to the rescuer where they will be safely […]
Florida – bat on ground under roof
A concerned lady in Miami, FL found a bat on the ground under her roof, she called Bat World Sanctuary to assist her with the situation. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will […]
North Carolina- bat found in plants soaked from the rain
A man in Willard, NC was in his front yard attending to his garden and found a bat soaked from rain in his plants. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for […]
Maryland- bat found injured on porch
A man in Baltimore County, MD was walking out of his front door and found a bat grounded and injured on his front porch. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for […]
4 events,
Michigan- bat found on ground
A man in Ossowa, MI found a bat on the ground of his back yard that was having trouble flying, the bat seemed to be injured. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be […]
Maine- bat flying in bedroom
A woman in Hollowell, Maine found a bat in her bedroom late at night. Concerned for the bat, the woman called us to help assist with the situation. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will […]
Texas- bat in outdoor kitchen
A lady in Austin, TX was doing dishes in her outdoor kitchen when she found a bat that appeared to be struggling to take flight. She was concerned for the well-being of the bat and wanted to get it some help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained […]
3 events,
Tennessee- Egyptian fruit bat rescued from pet trade
An Egyptian fruit bat was transported from Nashville, TN to us after receiving a call that someone was keeping him as a pet along with 3 others in a bird cage. The 3 other Egyptian fruit bats did not survive leaving this fruit bat (Branch) alone in the bird cage with no socialization or enrichment. […]
Georgia- bat found in barn
A bat was found roosting in a lady's barn in Athens, GA. He seemed to have an injury and required quick assistance. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release […]
Texas- bat found on front lawn
A young man was mowing his front lawn in Houston, TX when he found a bat in the corner of his eye, when he went over to look at the bat he noticed that it was not taking flight and immediately wanted to take action to help this little guy out. We provided guidance on […]
3 events,
Texas- bat found in garage
A bat was found in a homeowner's garage in San Angelo, TX. The bat appeared to be healthy but she was concerned when the bat did not take flight. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where […]
Missouri- bat found on driveway
A lady called about a bat she had found on her driveway in Columbia, MO. She grew increasingly worried when the little bat had very little movement. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will […]
Washington- bat found injured in yard
A bat in DuPont, WA was found in the front yard with an injured wing. He was unable to fly and the lady who found him was very concerned and wanted to get this little guy some help immediately. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]
2 events,
Missouri- bat found at office
A bat was found clinging to a brick column at an office in Cedar City, MO. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild. […]
Missouri – bat found with injured wing
A homeowner in Lacrosse, MO noticed a little bat clinging to the fence outside her residence. Upon further inspection, it was obvious the bat had snagged its wing on the wire fence and was injured. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat […]
2 events,
Indiana- bat on hospital patio
A nurse at a local hospital in Bloomington, ID discovered a bat lying on the cold concrete of the outdoor patio. The nurse quickly placed a box on top of the bat temporarily to keep him safe while she gave us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located […]
California – bat grounded at country club
While working at a country club in San Diego, CA an employee came across a Mexican freetail bat who appeared to have an injured wing. The finder was desperate to help the poor bat, and used gloves to scoop the bat into a box and bring him inside the club's office. We provided guidance on […]