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. 

Florida- bat trapped in garage

A small bat was found trapped inside of a homeowners garage in Orlando, Florida. Wanting to make sure the little guy was okay, they 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 bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she […]

Utah- bat found roosting in front porch corner

A bat was found roosting up high in the corner of a homeowners front porch. The caller was concerned as the bat appeared to not have moved in several days. However, the bat appeared uninjured and well groomed. We explained that roosting under porches is typical behavior for bats. If the bat does not fly […]

Oregon- bat found grounded

A worried individual found a bat grounded in their basement in Portland, Oregon. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

New York- bat grounded in parking lot

A bat was found lying in a parking lot in East Hampton, NY and the finders knew the little bat was in need of help. They safely contained the bat with gloves and an old box from their car and brought him home. Upon arrival they immediately called us, and thanks to their quick thinking […]

Texas- bat grounded in local store

We received a call this morning from a local home improvement store in Mineral Wells, TX after an employee had discovered a little bat laying on the floor. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right away. The bat was brought to us where he will be […]

Georgia- bat found in home

A homeowner in Kathleen GA, was heartbroken to discover what appeared to be a deceased bat in their home. However, upon closer inspection, they realized the bat was still alive and quickly 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 […]

California- bat found in grass

A lady in Encinitas, CA found a bat in the grass that appeared to be injured by possibly a crow. She was worried and wanted to help the bat so she gave us a call and we provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]

Texas- bat found in storage unit

An employee from a storage unit was shocked to find a bat roosting in one of their units in Converse, TX, and without hesitation called us to assist with the situation. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a […]

Iowa- bats found behind mirror in basement

A man in Keokuk, IA found two bats grounded behind a mirror in his basement. He called us with concern for the bats and wanted to get these little guys some help. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred […]

South Carolina- bat found inside office building

An employee in Gaffery, SC found a bat inside her office room. The bat was severely dehydrated and she was concerned for the bat's safety. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be […]

South Carolina- evening bat found grounded in backyard

An individual in Myrtle Beach, SC found an evening bat found grounded in their backyard. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

Georgia- bat found grounded in backyard

A lady in Atlanta, GA called in concern for a bat she had found in her backyard that was severely dehydrated and emaciated. We provided guidance on how to contain the bat safely and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for […]