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. 

Indiana – Bat caught in house

A bat was found in a house in Indianapolis, IN. 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 she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

South Dakota- bat found in garage

An emaciated bat was found grounded in a homeowners garage in Rapid City, South Dakota. The homeowner, concerned for the bats welfare, gave us a call hoping we could 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 to a […]

Arizona- bat pup falls onto moving car

A young Mexican free-tail pup fell from her roost and landed onto the hood of a car driving beneath in Kingman, Arizona. Unable to find a local rescuer, the finder took her to a veterinarian, hoping they could help. Unfortunately, vets rarely know much about bats, and often give out inaccurate and harmful advice. In […]

Texas- young bat found in bathroom sink

A juvenile Mexican free-tail bat was found cowering in a homeowners bathroom sink in Mineral Wells, Texas. The homeowners closed off the bathroom and immediately gave us a call, and within 15 minutes a staff member was headed to pick the bat up. The young bat is in good shape, and should be released back […]

Colorado- brown bat found in yard

A little brown bat was found on a patio table in Longmont, Colorado. Unable to fly, the little one sat and waited for help. The homeowner, being a bat lover and having helped bats before, got her safely contained and reached out to us for help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the […]

Texas – 5 bats found in boutique

Two juvenile free-tailed bats were trapped inside a dress store in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bats, who were all dehydrated and a few were thin. There is a severe heat wave in the area with temps over 110 degrees. We are providing supportive care until the weather cools a little and they can […]

California – Bat on front door

A bat was found clinging to a homeowner’s door in Yucca Valley, 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 she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

California – Bat flying in mall

A bat was seen flying through a mall in Modesto, CA. The bat then flew into Apple store where an employee was able to contain it and give 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 […]

Florida – Bat found in yard

A bat was found lying in a yard in Lehigh Acres, FL. The home owner 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 bat was transferred to a rescuer where she will be assessed for hopeful release back […]

Texas – bat in barber shop

A bat was found inside a local barber shop 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 – 2 alive and 1 deceased in local boutique

At a local boutique in Mineral Wells, Texas, 3 bats were discovered through the shop while the owner was opening for the day. Of the 3 found, one was unfortunately deceased upon discovery. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bats and sent a transport volunteer right away. The bats were brought to […]

Texas – 50 bats rescued in abandoned building

A bat colony was discovered on the second story of an abandoned building in Mineral Wells, TX after numerus bats had found their way into the shop below. Our team scoured the floor rescuing all the living bats found among hundreds of dead ones that had been trapped inside bath tubs, sinks, and cabinets with […]