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. 

Iowa- bat found in street

A little evening bat was found after a sudden cold snap in Boone, IA. The finder, concerned that the bat wouldn't survive the cold, gave us a call for more guidance. 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 […]

Texas- bat hit by broom

A Mexican free-tail bat wound up in a homeowners garage in Dickinson, Texas. Hoping to get the bat to fly out, the homeowner knocked the bat from the wall with a broom, breaking its wing in the process. Thankfully, they decided to call us. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]

Iowa- bat found on back porch

A concerned lady called about a bat found on her back porch in Clive, IA. She was worried that the bat would not make it through the cold spell Iowa was having, so she frantically called us to help her. When we received the call we provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat […]

Missouri – bat found on front porch grounded

A worried individual called about a bat they had found that was grounded on their front porch in Kansas City, MO. 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 release […]

South Carolina- bat found in washer

A concerned woman in Beech Island, SC was shocked when she found a bat that had been mistakenly ran through a washer cycle. With urgency, she called to get some help with the predicament. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat […]

Texas- bat found on sidewalk

A women was walking along the sidewalk in  San Antonio, TX when she discovered a bat grounded on the sidewalk. 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 release back to […]

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 […]