An Eastern red bat was found clinging to a trampoline in Springfield, MO after a storm blew through the neighborhood. The finder followed our instructions on our website about how to safely contain the bat and then gave us a call. While further inspecting the bat, who was in much better shape than expected, flew […]

A small Mexican free-tail was found grounded outside of a woman's front door in Mineral Wells, Texas. Having been a follower of Bat World for years, she knew exactly what to do and followed our safe containment instructions for the little one, and then gave us a call. The bat was brought to us where […]

An employee found a bat in a Goodwill store in Perry, 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 she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found inside an EMS station in Erath 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found in a vacant apartment in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who was fine and just lost. The bat was released into our bat castle where he is free to leave at will at nightfall.

An employee found a juvenile freetail bat on the floor in a dress shop in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat who is thin and dehydrated but otherwise in good shape. She will require a few days in our care before she is strong enough to be released back to the wild.

A Mexican free-tail was found grounded on the floor of a local boutique 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.

A juvenile bat was found grounded in an apartment hallway in Athens, GA. Shortly after finding the first bat, the local residents spotted another roosting up high in the corner of the breezeway. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bats and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bats were […]

A dehydrated and emaciated Mexican free-tail was found grounded inside of a warehouse in Abilene, Texas. The finder, having saved bats in the past, quickly contained the bat and arranged to drive it to us! He arrived a few hours later and after fluids and a good meal, was feeling much better. He will stay […]

An evening bat was found with a badly injured wing in Godley, Texas. The finder, being a huge animal lover, quickly called us to see what she should do. 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 […]

A Mexican free-tail was found roosting under a homeowners eaves in San Antonio, Texas. While this may be normal roosting behavior for some species, Mexican free-tails should be with their colony, and a lone one is always cause for concern. The homeowner called us for information on what to do next. We provided guidance on […]

An evening bat was saved from being eaten by a snake in Haltom City, Texas. The finder, seeing the bat in distress, discouraged the snake from its intended meal and gave us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located several Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuers in the finder’s […]

A juvenile bat had the unfortunate luck of running into an outdoor ceiling fan in San Antonio, Texas. Seeing the bat had a broken wing, the finder gave us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat, located several bat trained rescuers in the finder’s area, and advised that the homeowner […]

An Eastern red bat was found trapped in a pool in Pittsville, WI. 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 […]

A little bat was trapped in a local dress shop in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who was fine and just lost. The bat was released into our bat castle where he is free to leave at will at nightfall.

A caller had discovered a bat helplessly stuck to a glue trap at a friends house near Green Bay, WI. We provided guidance on how to safely remove the bat using gloves, vegetable oil and a cotton swab.  We also located a Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuer in the finder's area. The bat was transferred […]

Kyle was conducting an unannounced inspection at a manufacturing facility in Godley, TX on Wednesday night when he encountered an unexpected obstacle. Fortunately, bat lover Kelli found him yesterday morning and quickly secured him (never barehanded, of course!) before contacting us for assistance. Transport was arranged, and in short order Kyle was safe and receiving […]

A man found a bat grounded on his dad’s front porch in Tarzana, 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.

An employee spotted a juvenile freetail on the ceiling in the vision center in the Walmart in Graham, TX. We rescued the bat, who was fine and just lost. The bat was released into our bat castle where he is free to leave at will at nightfall.

A bat was stuck on a vaulted ceiling at a shop 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.

A little bat was discovered hanging by a doorbell in San Antonio, 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.

A bat was found on a wall inside a church 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 she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found grounded in front of an office door in Keller, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat. The bat was transferred to Bat World MidCities where he will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found grounded outdoors in Converse, 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.

A citizen found a bat was grounded in San Antonio, TX. The person called us for 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 rescuer where she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A homeowner found a healthy big brown bat hanging under the porch eve in Orange County, NC, and called us with concerns. We educated the individual about roosting habits of big browns, and the bat was allowed to stay to move on when ready.

An individual found a bat grounded beside a lawn chair in Thousand Oaks, 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 will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found grounded in a mailroom in San Antonio, 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.  

A bat was found in a homeowner’s yard, grounded by a lawn chair in Thousand Oaks, 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. […]

A bat hit an outdoor ceiling fan when he flew under a porch in Seattle, WA. 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.

A store owner at a mall in Abilene, TX sealed a colony of bats inside their roost over his business in Abilene, TX. We worked with the owner, the local game warden and Orkin pest Control to unseal the roost and perform a humane exclusion. 181 bats were rescued, triaged and released later that night […]

A bat was found at a dealership in Louisville, KY. 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.  

A couple found a bat grounded with cats circling it in San Antonio, 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.    

A bat was flying around in a house in Laurel, MD. We provided instructions on how to encourage the bat to fly out an open door and the couple thought they saw the bat leave. The following day, however, they called back and said they opened their refrigerator and the bat was sitting inside on […]

Two bats were trapped inside an office 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.    

A bat was found on school campus grounds in Hubbard, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.    

A bat was found on an apartment balcony in San Antonio, 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.

A bat was found trapped inside a laundromat in Huntwick, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.  

A bat was found grounded with an injured wing in Denton, 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.  

A homeowner in Los Angeles, CA found a grounded bat in her backyard.  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.  

A bat was found in a driveway and under a car in Fishers, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found grounded in Mayapac, New York. 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.  

A juvenile free-tailed bat was trapped in a dress shop in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who is thin but in good shape. She will receive supportive care until she gains weight and can be released.

A bat was found grounded in Mayapac, New York. 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.

A juvenile free-tailed bat was trapped in a dress shop in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bat, who is thin but in good shape. She will receive supportive care until she gains weight and can be released.

A bat was discovered hanging in a doorway in Italy, 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.

A bat was found with an injured wing clinging to the brick of a homeowners house in Mejia, TX. They finder called us immediately, wanted to get the little bat some 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 […]

A bat was found with an injured wing on a patio in Gainesville, 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 to the wild.

A bat was discovered in poor shape on the ground in Le Roy, NY. Upon further inspection, the finder saw that the little bat was covered in bugs, and was in desperate need of help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]

A bat was discovered grounded near Indianapolis, IN. Not knowing how to help the little bat, the 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 bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful […]

A home owner was shocked to find a bat stuck between the screen doors of their home. Concerned about the wellbeing of the bat in the summer heat, they gave us a call for help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]

A homeowner saw a bat fall to the ground in her backyard in Southlake, TX. She carefully contained the bat as per rehabber instructions, and a transport volunteer took the bat to BatWorld MidCities, where he will be hydrated, fed, and released!

A couple found an injured bat under a bridge in Chatsworth, 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.

A woman found a bat helplessly tangled in fly paper in Huntington, IN. She carefully cut him down, placed him in a box, and called Bat World. We located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where the adhesive will be carefully removed, and the bat will be […]

A bat was found in a yard in Stephenville, 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.      

A bat was found in a flower bed near Austin, 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.  

A bat was found in a garden with an injured wing in Franklin, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

An evening bat was found inside of a spa in San Antonio, Texas. 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.

A bat was found by a janitor in a maintenance closet inside of a building in London, KY. 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 […]

An Eastern red bat was found hanging in a breezeway in Allen, Texas. Concerned for the bats safety, the finder sent photos over to us for evaluation. Thankfully, the bat appeared uninjured and  well groomed. We explained that roosting up high is typical behavior for juvenile bats just learning to fly so the bat is […]

A woman found an evening bat roosting in a closed patio umbrella in Melbourne, FL. Evening bats are notorious for roosting in the folds of umbrellas and feel very safe there. We convinced the finder to allow the evening bat to stay as long as possible, and if she does need to open the umbrella […]

A bat was found roosting high above a front door in Simi Valley, California. 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 this is typical behavior for juvenile bats just learning to fly so the bat is […]

A little bat was found in an open storage box unable to climb out in Walnut Springs, 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 […]

While walking their dog in FT Worth, TX, a passerby discovered a bat clinging to a tree. The finder's dog had been frantically sniffing the area, and upon realizing it was indeed a bat that the dog was sniffing, the owner called us immediately. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]

While sweeping their porch in the evening, a homeowner in Sandpoint, ID found what they though to be a dead leaf, but it was actually a bat in need of 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 retail store owner noticed a bat backed into the high celling corner of their store in San Antonio, TX. The owner attempted to call several animal services in their area first, but unfortunately found no help. Hoping there was someone out there who would know what to do, they kept calling every number they […]

A homeowner from Spokane, WA discovered a bat hanging above their door after a windstorm blew through the area. Unsure of how to help the little bat, she left him alone hoping he would recover. The bat did eventually fly away, but just to be sure, the finder gave us a call. They explained that […]

A little bat was found in the back yard of a homeowner in Green Valley, AZ. Upon closer inspection, the bat appeared to have an injured wing. 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 […]

A man noticed a bat crawling on the top of his truck tire near Smith River, CA. He contained her per the instructions on our website and called us for help. We located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. One of our awesome bat transporters helped to transfer the bat to a local rescuer […]

Employees found several bats in a dentist office in Cisco, TX. We provided educational information as well as humane exclusion guidelines and contact information for approved exclusion companies in TX.

A manager discovered about 50 bats flying around inside a resort in Pottsboro, TX. We located a humane exclusion company near him to safely relocate the colony.

4 bats were found flying around and trapped in an occupied apartment unit. We instructed management on how to allow the bats to safely leave the dwelling during evening hours.

Residents found a bat hanging at the top of the walkway wall near their apartment. Photos and videos of the bat indicated he was healthy and temporarily roosting until moving on. The tenants will watch the bat to ensure he remains safe until leaving.

An Eastern red bat was found roosting on a screen door in Sea Isle City, New Jersey. Thankfully the bat was uninjured and likely just chased from a tree by a blue jay or crow. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and as well as instructions on how to release the […]

A cat was chasing a little evening bat in South River, NJ. Thankfully, a passerby noticed the cat and was able to get the little bat away from it 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 […]

An evening bat was found grounded in Sugarland, Texas. 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.

An Eastern red bat was found roosting low on the side of a house outside of Fate, 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 […]

Bats were found to be entering a college library in Mingus, Texas. We guided them on how to safely catch the bats and release them outside, and we provided humane exclusion guidelines as well, so the bats can be excluded properly. 

A brown bat was found roosting outside of a business for multiple days in Ballwin, MO. A supervisor of the business knocked him down with a broom, and an employee contained the little bat in order to get him help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer […]

An extremely thin Big Brown bat was found roosting down low on a building in La Grange, Kentucky. Concerned for the bats safety, the finder began calling wildlife centers. After being told to just release the weak and starving bat at nightfall, the finders contacted us for additional help. We provided guidance on how to […]

A bat was found inside a fireplace in Warba, 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.

A bat was found in a homeowner’s yard in Portland, ME. 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.

A bat was discovered hiding under a tire in Friendswood, 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/she will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.

A bat was found in a kitchen of a home in Oakville, CT. 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.

Rupert the evening bat is feeling glum today. Despite being rescued from the extreme heat and drought (and consequent lack of tasty bugs) in Athens TX yesterday by bat lover Amanda, and transported to Bat World MidCities by transport volunteer Kristi, he has just learned that he's going to have to stay here a while […]

A bat was found in a homeowner’s driveway in San Diego, 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.  

A bat was found inside a restaurant in Palms River NJ. 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.  

A bat was found on the ground in Pittsburg, PA and then placed in a birdhouse but fell out again. 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 […]

A bat was found at a senior living center in Houston, 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.

A bat found his way into a home in Itasca, TX. A volunteer bat transporter took him to Bat World MidCities, where he is being cared for until he can be released back to the wild.

A bat was found in a sporting center in Athens, 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.

A bat was founded grounded in St. George, UT. 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.

A home owner found an injured bat on his porch in Festus, MO. 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.

A bat was found grounded in Shreveport, LA. 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.

A bat was found grounded in a homeowner’s backyard in Escondido, 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.

A bat was found on a homeowner’s porch in San Antonio, 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.  

A bat was found trapped inside a screened in balcony in Venice, 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 to the wild.  

A bat was roosting in the corner of a homeowner's patio in Oracle, AZ. 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.  

A bat was found grounded in San Antonio, 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.    

A bat was found crawling under a porch in Lake Poway, 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.    

A little bat was found inside a horse barn in Aubrey, TX. Realizing the bat was injured, the finder 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 he/she will be assessed […]

After rescuing a bat from a cat in Santa Rosa, CA, the bat's savior noticed he was injured so 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 a rescuer where he/she will be assessed […]