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 accidentally stepped on

In Killeen, TX, someone realized that a little bat had been accidentally stepped on and called us right away. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to […]

New Jersey – baby bat found in barn

A home owner in Old Wicks, NJ, came across an abandoned bat pup in their barn. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive.

Texas – bats on sidewalk

A bat was found lying on the side walk in Mineral Wells, TX. 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 – baby red bat found grounded – photo available

After finding a baby bat lying on the ground in Athens, TX, the concerned finder 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 baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough […]

Texas – bat found in apartment walkway

An evening bat was found grounded in an apartment walkway in Dallas, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located several Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuers in the finder’s area so that the bat can be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.    

Texas – grounded bat found on porch

A red bat was found on a family’s porch in Decatur, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located several Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuers in the finder’s area so the bat can be checked out and hopefully released soon.

Iowa – bat found by cats

A bat was found by cats and “played with” in Des Moines, IA. 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

Texas – pregnant free-tail giving birth

A pregnant free-tailed bat gave birth to a stillborn pup while being rescued in Abilene, 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

Texas – bat stuck in courtyard

A  bat appeared to be trapped in a courtyard in McKinney, 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

Indiana – bat found grounded

A bat was found grounded near 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 he will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

Georgia – cat killed mother bat

A cat killed a mother bat in Thompson, GA and left the pup behind. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat pup and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The baby was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be hand-raised and released when old enough to survive.