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 flew into fence

A bat flew into a fence in Montgomery County, 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.  

California – bat in backyard

A bat was found in a homeowner’s backyard in Carlsbad, CA. 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.  

Oregon – injured bat under bridge

A bat was found under a bridge in Le Center, OR. 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 lying on clothing store shelf

A bat was discovered lying on a clothing store shelf in Prosper, TX by two shoppers. The shoppers were concerned for the little bat's safety, and quickly jumped to action 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 […]

Texas – bat flew into door

A home owner in San Antonio, TX was shocked to discover a bat had flown into their door by mistake. Worried the little bat was injured, 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 […]

Missouri – bat lost in house

A bat had found its way into a home in Springfield, MI. The home owner attempted to catch the little bat, but he landed on the wooden floors and crawled into a crack between the boards. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat once he emerges again, and located a bat-trained rescuer […]

Pennsylvania – bat found grounded

An evening bat was found grounded outside of a home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The homeowner safely contained the little one and gave us a call for more help. We directed her to several local rescuers, and the bat was transferred to a wildlife center shortly after. The bat will be evaluated and hopefully released in […]

Texas – bat in grocery store – photo available

A free-tail bat was found in a grocery store in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who has a pretty bad scrape on her wrist. She will receive pain medication and antibiotics until healed and will then be released back to the wild.

Arizona – bat on retaining wall

An emaciated big brown bat was found clinging to a retaining wall in Kingman, Arizona. 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 York- bat found on boat – photo available

An Eastern red bat was found grounded on a boat docked in Manhattan, New York. Concerned for the bats safety, the boat crew gave us a call for further instruction. 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 found outside water treatment plant

An evening bat was found grounded outside of a water treatment plant in Wylie, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located several Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuers in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to Bat World MidCities where he will be assessed for hopeful release back to […]