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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Texas – bat on dress shop floor

A Mexican free-tail was found grounded on the floor of a local boutique in Mineral Wells, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a […]

Georgia – bat stuck in apartment hallway

A juvenile bat was found grounded in an apartment hallway in Athens, GA. Shortly after finding the first bat, the local residents spotted another roosting up high in the corner […]

Texas – bat grounded at warehouse

A dehydrated and emaciated Mexican free-tail was found grounded inside of a warehouse in Abilene, Texas. The finder, having saved bats in the past, quickly contained the bat and arranged […]

Texas- bat found injured

An evening bat was found with a badly injured wing in Godley, Texas. The finder, being a huge animal lover, quickly called us to see what she should do. We […]

Texas- bat saved from snake

An evening bat was saved from being eaten by a snake in Haltom City, Texas. The finder, seeing the bat in distress, discouraged the snake from its intended meal and […]