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 – bat found at apartments

A bat was found over a doorway of an apartment complex in Keller, 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.  

New Hampshire – bat grounded by tree

A bat was found grounded beside a tree in Concord, NH. 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 at apartment complex

A bat was found grounded at an apartment complex in Dallas, 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.

Georgia- bat roosting in window

A bat had been roosting in the window of an office building in Atlanta, GA for a week, until a concerned caller decided to intervene. 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 […]

Georgia – bat grounded in office lobby

A little bat was found lying on the floor of an office building in Athens, GA. 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.

Iowa – bat hanging on tree

A passerby had noticed a strange shape clinging to the side of a tree in Iowa City, IA. When the finder approached, they quickly realized it was a bat and 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 […]

Mississippi – bat fallen into pool

A bat had fallen into a pool in Oxford, MS. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat, but the bat recovered quickly and was able to fly away before he was contained. We provided info for local rescuers to contact in the future. 

Texas – bat found grounded

A bat was found grounded in Grapevine, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a Bat World Sanctuary rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to Bat World MidCities where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

Florida – bat with one wing found outside pet store

A bat who appeared to be missing a wing was found outside a pet store in West Palm Beach, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back […]

Ohio – bat being attacked by crows

A homeowner saw a bat being attacked by crows in Sydney, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.    

Nebraska –  bat clinging to cabin curtains

A bat was found in a cabin clinging to the bathroom curtains in Republican City, NE. 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.  

Oklahoma – bat found in campus – photo available

A bat was found on a campus in Tulsa, OK. 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.