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Florida – bat found in screened in porch
A home owner in Tampa, FL came home in the evening and discovered a bat had gotten trapped inside of their screened in porch. The finder was concerned about how long the little bat had been trapped, so decided it was best to have him looked at by a rehabber to make sure he was […]
Arizona- canyon bat found on sidewalk
A passerby in Golden Valley, AZ noticed a small bat lying helplessly on the side walk. The little one was a canyon bat and looked thin and dehydrated. 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 […]
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Thailand – bat rescued by animal hospital – photo available
A juvenile bat was rescued by an animal hospital in Thailand and they contacted us for advice. We provided guidance as well as book chapters on caring for orphaned insectivorous bats, housing, nutrition and releasing pups back to the wild when they are ready.
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Texas – bat found grounded
A passerby in Austin, TX found a small bat lying near the side of the road. 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 – brown bat in back yard
A caller from Lodi, CA discovered a brown bat grounded in their back yard. They were concerned about leaving the little bat out during the day, so they quickly 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 […]
4 events,
Texas – bat found grounded in busy downtown
An office worker from Ft Worth, TX was on their way home in the busy downtown area when they came across a grounded bat on the sidewalk. They quickly got a towel and a box to secure the bat into, knowing the downtown area was not a safe place to leave him. We located a […]
Canada – bat attacked by crow
A college student in Saskatchewan, Canada was on their way home from class when they witnessed a helpless bat being attacked by a crow on the ground. They quickly shooed the crow away, ensuing the little bat was okay before giving us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]
Texas – injured bat trying to fly
A resident in San Antonio, TX found a bat grounded near their home. The poor bat was desperately trying to take off from the ground and fly, but could only manage to flap a short distance before landing again. They feared that the bat was injured so they gave us a call. We provided guidance […]
California – bat found in pool
Another wildlife rehabber in Tarzana, CA reached out to us after her friend had found a little bat in her pool. She did not specialize in bats and wanted to make sure the little one got the care that it needed. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained […]
3 events,
South Carolina – injured bat on porch
A home owner in Fort Mill, SC found an injured bat on their porch. 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.
Indiana – injured bat found on tree
A caller in Terre Haute, IN saw a bat clinging to the bark of a tree. When they went to further inspect the bat, it was apparent it was injured and likely chased from the tree by a bird. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]
Wisconsin – bat found grounded
A concerned caller in Green Bay, WI came across a grounded bat on the sidewalk. However, as they were speaking to us, the bat was able to fly away. It appeared that the bat was flying high and strong, so he was likely okay and ended up on the ground accidentally. We provided guidance on […]
3 events,
Kentucky – bat roosting in university parking garage
A university student in Lakeview Heights, KY noticed a bat roosting on the wall in the school's parking garage. They were unsure of how long the bat had been there and were worried he would not be ae to find his way back out. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]
Pennsylvania – bat found severely dehydrated
A couple in Bedford, PA discovered a bat lying on the ground motionless. They were distraught, thinking the bat was no longer alive, but upon further inspection realized it was still alive in fact, but in critical condition and severely dehydrated. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained […]
California – bat roosting on window of local store
A shop owner in Cambria, CA had been keeping an eye on a little bat that had been roosting on the outside window frame of their shop for a couple of days. It appeared that the bat was not moving from its spot but was still alive, so they grew concerned. We provided guidance on […]
4 events,
New Jersey – bat found on porch
A bat was found on a homeowner’s porch in New Milford, 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.
New Jersey – bat found on boardwalk
A bat was found on the boardwalk in Atlantic City, 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.
3 events,
California – bat found grounded
A bat was found grounded and unable to fly in Joshua Tree, 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.
Florida – bat house fell due to hurricane
A bat house fell during Hurricane Milton in Sarasota, FL and the homeowner contacted us for help. Thankfully, it did not appear the bats were seriously injured. After the bats were safely gathered up and allowed to rest for the day they were able to fly away at nightfall. The homeowner erected a new bat […]
2 events,
Georgia – bat on front porch
A caller from Riverdale GA, was concerned when a bat that had been roosting on their porch had not moved in a few days. After seeing a photo of the little bat it was apparent he was thin and dehydrated. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer […]
3 events,
California – bat found grounded
A bat was found grounded by a local in Twin Peaks, 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.
Cross Timbers – bat rescued from workplace
A warehouse employee found a bat that had seemingly been trapped inside the warehouse for several days. 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 Cross Timbers where he will be assessed for hopeful […]
2 events,
New Jersey – bat with injured wing on lawn
A homeowner in Waretown, NJ discovered a small bat on their lawn while gardening. The bat tried to fly away but fell back to the ground, and upon further inspection 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. […]
Florida – bat on doorstep
A resident in Orlando, FL found a bat lying on the front doorstep of their home. 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,
Florida – bat attacked by cat
A caller from Fitzgerald, FL rescued a tiny bat from a terrible fate when she saw her cat trying to attack him .We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. He will receive supportive care until her injuries heal and she can be released back […]
Texas – bat found in office
An office worker in Orange, TX found a bat in their workplace that seemed exhausted and dehydrated. The poor bat had likely gotten lost inside and had been trapped for a few days. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat was […]
4 events,
Cross Timbers – bat found at park
A bat was found grounded at a park in Sanctuary, TX. 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 Cross Timbers where he will be assessed for hopeful release back to the wild.
Utah – bat on sidewalk
A caller in Knab, UT found a bat grounded on the sidewalk near their office early in the morning. 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 […]
3 events,
Florida – bat injured by cat
A concerned caller from Gainesville, FL had witnessed a bat being attacked by a cat, and quickly shooed the cat away, saving the little bat from further injury or worse. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The bat will receive supportive care […]
New York – bat found on balcony
A bat was found lying on a balcony in Long Island, NY in the cold early morning. The finder gave us a call, concerned that the bat may have gotten too cold. 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 […]
Midcities – bat fallen from tree
While out running errands in Dallas, TX a woman witnessed an Eastern red bat fall from a tree. It had likely been chased by a bird and was exhausted. 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 […]
3 events,
Wisconsin – bat found in airport hallway
An employee of a local airport in Milwaukee, WI found a small bat clinging to the wall in a hallway of the large airport. It was certainly not a safe spot for the bat, and he would likely not be able to find his way out of the large airport. We provided guidance on how […]
Canada – Rehab advise given
We were contacted by bat rehabilitators in Toronto, Canada who had recently had a bat come into their care. The little bat seemed healthy, but it was far to cold to release him. We provided guidance as well as book chapters on caring for insectivorous bats, housing, nutrition and releasing back to the wild when […]
Florida – bat found crawling on apartment sidewalk
When coming home late from work, an apartment resident in Allentown, Florida saw a small bat crawling on the sidewalk. 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 […]
2 events,
Massachusetts – bat found at local campus
A university student in Medford, MA found a bat laying on the ground at their campus. 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 with broken wing in yard
A bat was found with a broken in out in a yard in Milan, GA. The little bat was in rough shape, and the finder quickly used garden gloves to safely contain the bat. We located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area, but unfortunately the poor bat was too far gone and passed away […]
2 events,
California – bat found grounded
A little bat was found grounded on the sidewalk by a local in Irvine, 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.
Oklahoma – bat grounded at bank
An employee in Tulsa, OK found a bat grounded at the bank she was working at. The little bat was on the sidewalk outside and in the sun, so she was concerned and wanted to help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. […]
2 events,
Arizona – bat grounded in home
A resident in Strawberry, AZ discovered a bat lying in the hallway of their home. 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.
Maryland – bat on planter
A homeowner in Jacksonville, MD found a bat clinging to a planter on their back patio. 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.
4 events,
Arizona – bat flew into AirBnB
Some vacationers in Audley, AZ had the doors open to their AirBnB in the evening and a bat had accidently made its way inside. The bat was flying high and looked fine, he was just lost. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and as well as instructions on how to release […]
Pennsylvania – bat grounded at intersection
Some bystanders in Philadelphia, PA saw a bat lying on the ground near a busy intersection downtown. 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.
Arkansas – Red bat chased out of tree
A resident in Mena, AR witnessed an Eastern red bat being chased out of a tree by a bird. She watched as the little bat hit the ground, and she quickly went to his aid. The poor bat was injured by the bird, and it's wing appeared to be broken. We provided guidance on how […]
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North Carolina – bat found injured at university
A bat was found injured with a bleeding and torn wing by a university student in Raleigh, NC. 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 […]
Connecticut – bat attacked by dog
A bat was attacked by a dog in Stamford, CT. The dog's owner come just in time to save the little bat. 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 […]
Texas – Bat flew into home
A bat had flown into a home late one evening in Dallas, TX. Thankfully the home owner saw that the bat was flying high and appeared to be healthy. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and as well as instructions on how to release the bat at nightfall after the sun […]
Florida – bat in driveway
A bat was found grounded in a driveway by a local in Riverdale, 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.
MidCities – bat grounded outside of shoe store
A local business owner in Allen, TX found a bat hanging low to the ground just outside their shoe store as they were opening for the day. 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 […]
1 event,
Tennessee – Injured bat found on running trail
A bat was found grounded on a running trail by a jogger in Memphis, TN. The finder realized the bat was injured when she saw blood on the bat's wing and body. 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 […]
5 events,
North Dakota – bat found grounded
A bat was found grounded in North River, ND. 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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Maryland – bat roosting inside office building
A concerned caller from Baltimore, MD had noticed a bat was roosting in her workplace for well over a week. When she went to inspect further, she realized the bat's foot was stuck in the grate on the celling he was hanging from. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located […]
South Dakota – injured bat found in hotel
A staff member of a hotel in Rapid City, SD was alerted by a customer that a bat was in the hall. When they went to inspect, they realized the little bat was injured and needed help. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]
4 events,
Texas – bat lost in parking garage
While leaving work in the afternoon, a local in Ft Worth, TX found a bat in the parking garage. 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 […]
Florida – injured grounded bat covered by ants
A bat was found grounded in Winter Springs, FL. The poor bat was injured and covered in ants, so it was very fortunate that he was found when he was. 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 […]
Pennsylvania – bat found grounded on porch
A home owner in Christiana, PA found a bat laying on the ground on her front porch. 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.
Iowa – bat found at job site
A bat was found grounded at a construction job site in Waterloo, 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.
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Wisconsin – bat found grounded in the cold
A home owner in Green Bay, WI found a bat lying in her yard in the cold early morning. 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 […]
2 events,
Utah – bat found in bar
A bat was found grounded in a local bar in Cottonwood 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.
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