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. 

Massachuttes – bat on wall

A bat was found on the wall of a building in Lowell, MA. 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 the wild. 

Texas – bat rescued at hotel

A small Mexican free-tail was found trapped inside of a hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas. The hotel staff, having dealt with wayward bats in the past, knew to get him contained and give us a call. We sent a staff member right away to pick the little one up, and he was brought back to […]

Texas – bat rescued from pool

An evening bat was rescued from a pool outside of Dallas, Texas. 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. The bat was transferred […]

Minnesota – bat found in the cold

A bat was found in very cold weather in a homeowner's backyard in Blackberry, MN. 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 the wild.    

Texas- bat found in bank drive thru

A Mexican free-tail bat was found hanging alone inside of a bank drive thru in Mineral Wells, Texas. 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 assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

Texas – bat found grounded

A bat was found grounded in Carrollton, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild    

Maryland – bat on window screen

A bat was found roosting between the screen and a window of a home in Elkton, MD. 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 the wild […]

Texas – red bat on ground – photo available

A red bat was found grounded in Benbrook, TX. We rescued the bat, who is in good shape, just a little thin. After a few good meals and some rest she will be released back to the wild.   

New Mexico – bat under eve

A bat was spotted roosting under the eve of a home in Carlsbad, NM. 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 eaves is typical behavior for juvenile bats just learning to fly so the […]

Colorado – bat in yard

A bat was found in a homeowner’s yard near Denver, CO. The finder covered the bat with a box and then called us. 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 […]