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. 

Kansas – baby bat found grounded

A baby bat was found on the ground in Winfield, KS. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive.

Texas – bat found in parking lot

A bat was found in a garage parking lot 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 baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive.

Florida – bat found in swimming pool

A homeowner in Kissimmee, FL found a bat struggling to stay afloat in his swimming pool. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat as well as contact information for a Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuer in her area. We also gave information on Frog Logs, which can prevent small animals from drowning. […]

Florida – baby bat clinging to stairs

An orphaned bat was spotted clinging to the stairs near Tampa, FL. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive.    

North Carolina – bat found under carport

A bat was found under a homeowner’s carport in Laurel Springs, NC. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive   

Georgia – baby bat found grounded in yard

A baby bat was found grounded in a front yard in Atlanta, GA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive.

Oklahoma – evening bat found on front porch

A lady in Tulsa, OK, found and evening bat on her front porch. The evening bat appeared to be dehydrated and emaciated. 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 will be assessed for hopeful […]

Texas- bat bat jammed in door

A lady in Spring, TX, was about to open her door when she realized there was a pup jammed between the door and hinge. The pup was mildly injured on the wind. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred […]

Pennsylvania – baby bat found grounded in apartment

A baby bat was found by a concerned individual in Glenolden, PA the pup was grounded in an apartment parking lot. The pup was also, dehydrated and needed care right away. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to […]

Massachusetts – baby bat found in basement

A woman in Roslinda, MA found a baby bat on the floor of her basement. The pup seemed to have sustained a minor injury and was severely dehydrated. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where […]

Virginia – 6 bats found on ground

A lady in Roanoke, VA,  found 6 bats on the ground of her front porch. The lady was in shock when she saw the bats and wanted to get the bat immediate help. 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 […]