#Bats

Mammals • October 12, 2025

16 Bat Species You’ll Encounter at Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Every evening at Carlsbad Caverns, nearly 400,000 Brazilian free-tailed bats create one of nature’s most spectacular displays as they spiral out of the cave entrance. But what many visitors don’t realize is that these famous bats represent just one of 16 bat species that call this remarkable ecosystem home. You’re about to discover an incredible […]

Abiodun Adegbenro • December 11, 2025

Mammals • October 11, 2025

13 Bat Species You Can Find in Austin, Texas (Plus Where to Spot Them)

Austin’s bat scene extends far beyond the famous Congress Avenue Bridge spectacle. While most visitors know about the 1.5 million Mexican Free-tailed Bats that emerge nightly from downtown, you’ll be amazed to discover that 13 different bat species call the Austin area home. These nocturnal neighbors range from tiny Evening Bats weighing less than a […]

Victor Anunobi • October 11, 2025

Mammals • October 11, 2025

Meet Colorado’s 19 Bat Species Hiding in Plain Sight

You might think bats are rare and elusive creatures, but Colorado hosts an impressive 19 different species that are likely living much closer to you than you realize. From the massive Big Brown Bats roosting in your attic to the tiny Canyon Bats fluttering around desert rock formations, these remarkable mammals have adapted to thrive […]

Emmanuella Oluwafemi • October 11, 2025

Mammals • October 11, 2025

Las Vegas Area Bats: Field Guide to 16 Common Desert Species

When you think of Las Vegas wildlife, bats probably aren’t the first creatures that come to mind. Yet the Mojave Desert surrounding Sin City hosts an impressive diversity of 15 bat species, each perfectly adapted to thrive in this harsh landscape. These nocturnal mammals play crucial roles in controlling insect populations and pollinating desert plants, […]

Hope Ehikioya • October 11, 2025

Mammals • October 10, 2025

11 Incredible Bat Species You Can Spot in Florida Tonight

Did you know that Florida hosts over 13 different bat species, with 11 of them actively hunting in neighborhoods, parks, and natural areas across the state every single night? While most people associate bats with spooky Halloween imagery, Florida’s diverse bat population represents one of nature’s most efficient pest control systems, consuming thousands of mosquitoes, […]

Victor Anunobi • October 10, 2025

Mammals • July 20, 2025

6 Bat Species You Can Actually Spot in Central Park (And How to Identify Them)

Most New Yorkers walk through Central Park completely unaware that above their heads, a thriving community of flying mammals navigates the urban canopy with echolocation calls too high for human ears to detect. While you’re debating whether that shadow darting between trees is a bird or something else entirely, the bats in Central Park are […]

Joy Ebarefeye • July 20, 2025

Mammals • July 9, 2023

Animals With Rabies: 10 Animals That Can Contract Rabies

Rabies is a serious and deadly virus that can be passed from animals to humans. It is essential to understand which animals are most likely carriers of Rabies and how to stay safe when encountering them. Knowing which animals are most commonly affected by Rabies and how to stay safe when encountering them is essential. This […]

Patience Isreal • September 24, 2024

Mammals • May 24, 2023

10 Types of Bats in New Hampshire

There are different types of Bats in New Hampshire. They are fascinating creatures that have captured humans’ imaginations for centuries. These winged mammals are often associated with Halloween and spooky tales but are essential to the ecosystem.  Each of these New Hampshire has unique characteristics and behaviors. We will examine closely some of the most […]

Adeniyi Adeleye • September 23, 2024

Mammals • April 8, 2023

10 Types of Bats in South Dakota

Bats are unique in South Dakota since they inhabit many areas ranging from mountain caves to city parks. Several different types of bats in South Dakota call the state home.  The most common type is the Big Brown Bat, found almost everywhere in South Dakota. Other types of Bats in South Dakota include the Hoary […]

Adeniyi Adeleye • September 23, 2024

Mammals • April 1, 2023

9 Types of Bats in Maryland

Maryland is home to different species of bats, which live in various habitats throughout the state. Depending on the region, types of bats in Maryland can be found hunting insects at night in meadows, forests, or open fields. Some species, such as brown and big brown bats, can also be discovered roosting under bridges or […]

Adeniyi Adeleye • September 23, 2024