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Texas – bats found grounded after cold front
A group of Mexican free-tail bats were found grounded after a sudden cold front 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 […]
Texas – bat found outside drugstore
An injured evening bat was found grounded outside of a drugstore in Missouri, 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.
Texas – bats trapped in auto section of Walmart
Two Mexican free-tail bats were found trapped inside of the automotive section of the Walmart in Graham, Texas. The employees safely collected them, and gave us a call. We sent a transport volunteer right away, and the bats were brought to us where they will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.
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Texas – bat picked up by police officer
An evening bat was picked up by a police officer in Greenville, Texas. Wanting to ensure the little bat wouldn't be euthanized, the officer gave us a call for further help. We located a bat-trained rescuer in the area, and the bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she will be assessed for hopeful release […]
Texas- bat fallen from roost
A lone Mexican free-tail fell from his roost due to the cold snap in Graham, Texas. The finder immediately gave us a call for further help. 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 […]
Tennessee – bat roosting in shed
A big brown bat was found roosting in a shed on a rafter outside of Knoxville, Tennessee. After viewing photos, he was found to be completely healthy, and simply using the shed as a temporary roosting spot. That night, the bat flew away to find a better spot for the winter.
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Florida – bat hanging on screen
A bat was discovered hanging on a window screen in St. Johns, FL. The home owner quickly gave us a call, realizing the little at may need 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 […]
Missouri – bat flying in basement
Two home owners in Kansas City, MO were surprised to find a bat flying around in their basement. With no doors or windows for the litte bat to escape, they were concerned that he would end up trapped. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the […]
Oklahoma – small bat found grounded
A passerby noticed a little bat lying helplessly on the ground in Pulse, OK. They used gloves to gently scoop up the bat and safely contain it until they arrived home and immediately gave us a call. We located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was transferred to a rescuer where he/she […]
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Texas – bat in breezeway
A bat was found in an apartment breezeway in Fossil Creek, 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.
Massachuttes – bat on wall
A bat was found on the wall of a building in Lowell, MA. 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.
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Georgia – bat found in yard
An injured bat was found in Cartersville, 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.
2 events,
Texas – bat rescued from pool
An evening bat was rescued from a pool outside of Dallas, Texas. 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 transferred […]
Texas – bat rescued at hotel
A small Mexican free-tail was found trapped inside of a hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas. The hotel staff, having dealt with wayward bats in the past, knew to get him contained and give us a call. We sent a staff member right away to pick the little one up, and he was brought back to […]
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Minnesota – bat found in the cold
A bat was found in very cold weather in a homeowner's backyard in Blackberry, 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.
Namibia – baby bat found on floor
A baby bat was found on the floor of a homeowner in Namibia. The colony was close by and the baby was calling for mom. The finder knew where the colony was so we instructed him to use a long stick with a t-0shirt around one end, then attach the baby to the shirt and […]
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Texas- bat found in bank drive thru
A Mexican free-tail bat was found hanging alone inside of a bank drive thru 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.
2 events,
Texas – bat found grounded
A bat was found grounded in Carrollton, 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
2 events,
Maryland – bat on window screen
A bat was found roosting between the screen and a window of a home in Elkton, MD. 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 […]
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Colorado – bat in yard
A bat was found in a homeowner’s yard near Denver, CO. The finder covered the bat with a box and then called us. 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 […]
Texas – red bat on ground – photo available
A red bat was found grounded in Benbrook, TX. We rescued the bat, who is in good shape, just a little thin. After a few good meals and some rest she will be released back to the wild.
New Mexico – bat under eve
A bat was spotted roosting under the eve of a home in Carlsbad, NM. 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 roosting under eaves is typical behavior for juvenile bats just learning to fly so the […]
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Indiana – bat hanging on business by busy sidewalk
A bat was hanging on an office building by a busy sidewalk in Anderson, 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.
Texas – evening bat in parking garage
A bat was spotted hanging low in a parking garage in Dallas, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a Bat World Sanctuary 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.
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Mexico – pallid bat accidentally sprayed with insecticide – photo available
A pallid bat was rescued after being accidentally sprayed with an insecticide while roosting in a tree. Thankfully, the neighbor became aware and quickly bathed the bat to remove the toxins. She then contacted up for help. We provided guidance on feeding as well as book chapters on caring for bats in captivity. Thankfully, the […]
2 events,
Ohio – bat found on walking trail
A bat was found on a walking trail in Westlake, 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.
Texas – bat in apartment hallway
A bat was found in an apartment hallway in Garland, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a Bat World Sanctuary 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.
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New York – bat flying through house
A bat was spotted flying through a home in Athens, NY. 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 at motel
A bat was found outside a motel in Cleburne, 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.
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Texas – bat found at storage center
A small bat was found on the ground outside a storage center in Garden Ridge, TX. The property manager was concerned for the little bats wellbeing, 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 […]
Texas – bat trapped in parking garage
A medical student in Dallas, Texas came across a bat that had found his way into the parking garage of the campus and could not find his way out. 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 […]
Minnesota – Bat found on hiking trail
While walking along a trail in St Cloud, MN a hiker noticed a bat lying on the ground near a tree. Not knowing what to do, the finder moved the bat closer to the tree and covered it with leaves. While walking the same trail the following day, the hiker noticed the bat was now […]
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Texas – bat lost in local hotel – photo available
A vacationer who was staying at a local hotel in Mineral Wells, TX noticed a bat hanging low on the wall of the 6th floor hallway. They immediately alerted staff, who thankfully knew to give us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right away. […]
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Texas – bat at local car wash – photo availanble
A bat was found trapped in a bin inside the office of a car wash 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.
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Florida – injured bat found grounded
A bat was found grounded and injured in Orlando, 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.
Texas – bat above door of sheriff’s department
A bat was seen clinging above the door of the sheriff's department in Granbury, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a Bat World Sanctuary 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 […]
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Texas – 5 flying foxes rescued – photo available
Five flying foxes were retired to us in Mineral Wells, TX from another sanctuary as we have the means to help them live out their old-age comfortably. Our sanctuary offers padded floors, including a "geribatric" ward, round the clock staff, and plenty of room for these elderly ladies to get all the care they need. […]
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Texas – big freetail rescued from school – photo available
A big freetail was found roosting on the outside of a school in Dallas, TX. Audrey as she was soon named, was collected by a local rescue and transferred to us, where she will be evaluated and have a warm, safe place to stay during the winter.
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New York – bat hanging on side of house
A bat was found hanging on concrete on the side of a house in the cold in Greenwood, NY. 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 […]
Indiana – bat found underneath a litter box
A bat was found hiding underneath a cat little box in a bathroom in Montpelier, 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.
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Texas – evening bat found grounded
An undersized evening bat was found on the ground in San Antonio, Texas. Due to poor advice given by another rehabilitation organization, the bat was placed on a tree and left overnight in hopes that it would fly away. Thankfully, the bat wasn't taken by a predator overnight, and the finder decided to give us […]
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Texas- bat found in hotel
A dehydrated Mexican Free-tail was found grounded inside of a hotel 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.
Pennsylvania – Bat found on front porch
An Eastern red bat was found roosting on a homeowners front porch in Oil City, Pennsylvania. Wanting to ensure the bat was healthy, the homeowner gave us a call. Since temperatures were dropping quickly, we provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat […]