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. 

Texas – injured bat found grounded

A bat was found grounded with a suspected injury in San Antonio, 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.

Illinois – red bat found grounded – photo available

A red bat was found grounded in a homeowner's yard in Belleville, IL. The homeowner contained the bat in a popcorn box and then contacted us. Thankfully the bat was uninjured and likely just chased from a tree by a blue jay or crow. We provided guidance on how to release him at nightfall after […]

Texas – bat hanging on window screen – photo available

A bat was seen clinging to a window screen of a home in Kingwood, 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.

Texas – bat flying through auto parts store

A bat was spotted flying through an auto parts store in Mineral Wells, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely escort him outside by opening all the doors, which proved successful as the staff was able to safely escort the bat back outside.  

Texas – bat found at apartment complex

A bat was found grounded on the sidewalk of an apartment complex in San Antonio. 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.

Ohio – bat grounded with damaged wings

A bat was found grounded with holes in his wings in Toledo, OH. 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.

Florida – bat found outside house

A small bat who appeared to be injured was found outside a home in DeLand, 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.

North Carolina – bat found at park

A bat was found grounded at a park in Mount Holly, NC. Thankfully the bat was in good shape and uninjured and was likely chased from a tree by a bird. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and then releasing him at nightfall after the sun has gone down, by taking […]

Florida – bat found in driveway

A bat was found lying on a homeowner’s driveway in Green Cove Springs, 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.

Texas – bat found at apartments

A bat was found clinging to a light fixture at an apartment complex in Grapevine, 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 […]

New Mexico – bat flying in cellar

A bat was seen flying through a homeowner’s cellar in Silver City, NM. 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.