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. 

Canada – bat found on side of wall, overheating and dehydrated

A bat was found roosting on the side of a building in Summerlands, BC, Canada. It was incredibly hot outside, and the little bat was dehydrated and quickly overheating. 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 […]

France – baby bat found in house

A lady in Chamonix, France, found a baby bat in their house. The baby bat was dehydrated and emaciated. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough […]

Canada – bat injured by cat

A bat was found severely injured after being attacked by a cat in Ottawa, Canada. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat who is thankfully not pregnant or lactating so there is not an infant bat in jeopardy. She will receive […]