This Bat Month, join Bat Conservation International for a fascinating webinar with Dr. Gerald Carter, one of the world’s leading experts on vampire bats. In The Social Lives of Vampire Bats, Dr. Carter will share surprising insights into the cooperative friendships, communication, and social bonds of these often-misunderstood animals. Far from the fearful myths that surround them, vampire bats offer a remarkable window into the evolution of social behavior. This free event is part of BCI’s Bat M

Did you know that some bats can glow in the dark? 🦇 Every October, #bats become icons of mystery and folklore. They're silhouettes on the darkening sky, darting through the chill air. But this year, science has added a new layer of intrigue: some bats glow under #ultraviolet light! Researchers from the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources said this month that 6 North American bat species emit a green #fluorescence when exposed to UV rays. It’s the 1st documen

The Northern Ghost Bat: nature’s little white phantom 👻🦇 With its pure white fur and translucent pink wings, this bat looks more like a puff of cotton than a predator. Found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, it hunts insects at night and spends the day tucked under palm leaves. Ethereal, tiny, and hauntingly beautiful. 📷 Michael Autumn #batweek #internationalbatweek #bats #NorthernGhostBat #WildlifeReels #AnimalFacts #StrangeAnimals #NatureWow | Discvr Blog