Rehabilitated & Released

A bat was found with an injured wing inside a grocery store in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who is a bit thin. He also had a large hematoma on his forearm so he will require a few weeks in care before he can be released. He is receiving pain medication and roosting […]

A bat was found stuck on a wooden fence outside of Austin, TX. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found on back porch in Orlando, FL. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild

A bat was found grounded at a hospital in Hialeah, FL. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.    

A bat was found in a homeowner’s yard in Perry Hall, MD. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild  

A bat was found cold and grounded on a sidewalk in New Jersey. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild  

A free-tail bat was found weak and dehydrated inside a bank in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who thankfully is not injured. He received emergency fluids and a much needed meal. We will provide supportive care until he has gained weight and is strong enough to be set free.

A bat was found grounded in a grocery store in Ashland, KY. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was caught by a homeowner's cat in Oregon. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was on a concrete walk near Indianapolis, IN. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

A bat was found roosting in a bit of an odd spot in Gary, Indiana. The homeowners located him hanging from their back screen door, and fearing for his safety, gave us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]

A small insect bat was found grounded near the entrance to a business in Houston, Texas. An employee of the store came across the little guy, and quickly gave us a call to see how she could help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat trained rescuer in […]

An evening bat was found inside of a library in New York, and a kind employee safely contained it until help could be found. 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 will be […]

An Eastern red bat was found hanging low in a bush outside of a home in St. Louis, Missouri. After reviewing a photo, the bat was deemed healthy and uninjured, likely just chased from a tree by a blue jay or crow. We provided guidance on how to safely scoot the bat back up high […]

An evening bat was found with a broken wing in Keller, TX. She was rescued by Bat World MidCities where her injured wing was stabilized. She received pain medication in addition to an injection of warmed electrolytes and plenty of good food. Her injury should be healed in 6 to 8 weeks, and she will […]

A red bat was found laying on his back at an office in Alabama. The bat was uninjured and likely chased from a tree by a blue jay or crow. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and releasing him at nightfall by taking the box outside, placing it up on something […]

A bat was found who appeared to be injured in New Hampshire. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

An injured bat was found in Sturgis. SD. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A red bat was found under an awning in Cypress, TX. The bat appeared healthy and well groomed. We explained that roosting under eaves is typical behavior for bats this time of year so the bat is likely okay. If the bat does not fly away by morning the caller will contact a rescuer in […]

A big eared bat was found after a rain storm in Chattanooga, TN. Thankfully, he was uninjured and just a bit wet. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and as well as instructions on how to release the bat at nightfall after the sun has gone down, by taking the box […]

A bat was found grounded in Fayetteville, AR. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

A bat was found grounded at a job site in San Francisco, CA. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

A bat was seen hanging by a doorway in Dunnville, CA. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild

A small bat ran into a window in New York City, New York. Thankfully, a kind citizen was nearby and was able to assist the struggling bat after it had become grounded. After speaking with a local rescuer and the rescuer confirming the bats condition, the little one was able to be released safely.

A bat was found in a parking garage in Philadelphia, PA. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found hanging low by a homeowner’s front door in Benbrook, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild

A red bat was found grounded near a garage door in Fort Worth, TX. She was rescued by Bat World MidCities, where she was found to be a bit dehydrated with a bri=uised elbow. She should heal nicely within a week or so and will be released at that time.

A red bat was found grounded near a garage door in Fort Worth, TX. She was rescued by Bat World MidCities, where she was found to be a bit dehydrated with a bri=uised elbow. She should heal nicely within a week or so and will be released at that time.

A small tricolored bat was found grounded in a parking lot in Abilene, Texas. The finder quickly reached out to a local wildlife center, who ended up contacting us for a bit of advice. After reviewing photos of the bat and confirming she was healthy and flying well, the wildlife center was given instructions for […]

A bat was found on a homeowner’s porch in Charleston, SC. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.