Bats are more than mysterious night creatures — they are essential for healthy ecosystems, thriving forests, and even the foods we eat. A single bat can eat its body weight in insects every night, helping protect crops and forests without harmful pesticides. October 24–31 is Bat Week, a time to recognize one of our planet’s most remarkable and misunderstood mammals. Worldwide, bats comprise nearly 20% of all mammal species, providing essential services to ecosystems and human economies alike. At

Bats are one of my favorite mammals to rehabilitate! They are so very misunderstood and so smart! They can learn their names and they love attention from me. They are extremely soft and fluffy, but yes they do have a mouth full of teeth so they can eat those flying pesky bugs! (Ann & Elvis are insectivores, so all they eat are bugs) These two are also my licensed USDA Educational Ambassadors so don’t go out and be picking up bats thinking they are all sweet like these are. If you have any questi

Rush hour at the world's largest bat colony🦇🦇🦇 Millions of Mexican Free-tailed Bats emerge from Bracken Cave Preserve near San Antonio. Bats give birth in June, with pups starting to fly in early August. The colony consumes up to 140 tons of insects each night! Visitation is through Bat Conservation International | Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine

The world’s more than 1,400 bat species play vital roles in ecosystems, from eating insects, to pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. Bats are connected to humans and ecosystems in many ways, and all are affected when one link is removed from the chain. | Bat Conservation International