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 found in grocery store

A bat was found grounded in a local grocery store in Mineral Wells, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right […]

California – bat on patio

A caller from Fresno, CA was concerned after finding a bat lying on her patio. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer […]

Texas – bat found in local downtown

Another bat was found in down town Mineral Wells by a pedestrian. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right away. The […]

Minnesota- injured bat found in park

An Eastern red bat with a broken wing tip was found at a park in White Willow, Minnesota. The finders followed us on social media, and immediately gave us a […]