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. 

All Day

Texas – 40 bats rescued with wing wasting

A bat was found grounded in downtown Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat and discovered she has wing wasting syndrome. We received multiple calls throughout the day on downed […]

Colorado – bat found under stairwell

A bat was found clinging to a step in a stairwell in Greenwood, CO. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]