Bat Species
About how many different species of bats are there?
1,406
Where in the world do bats live?
Bats live in almost every part of the world!
What is one major threat to migrating bats?
Wind farms
What benefit do nectar eating bats provide?
Pollination
What could wind farms do to protect bats?
Turn off on calm nights in the fall
What is the smallest species of bat?
The bumblebee bat
Where do migrating bats in Colorado go for the winter?
Mexico
What is one major threat to hibernating bats?
White nose syndrome
What is a benefit provided by fruit eating bats?
Seed spreading
How did the city of Austin help protect bats?
Educating people, and celebrating bats
What is the largest species of bat?
The flying fox
What are at least three different habitats where bats can be found.
Desserts, woodlands, rain forests, cities, caves, plains.
What is the main migrating species that is in danger of going extinct in Colorado?
Hoary bats
How do bats help farmers?
Eating insects that would destroy crops
What is at least one way you can help bats?
Tell friends and family about them, put up a bat house, Adopt a Bat program from Bat Conservation International, write to government officials asking them to protect bats.
What kind of food do bats with large eyes eat?
Fruit
What is the major threat to bat habitats?
Deforestation
What was the main threat to bats in Austin, Texas?
People
What kinds of insects do bats eat?
mosquitos, beetles, grasshoppers, crickets, and many more
How do bat houses help bats?
What kind of food do bats with long noses eat?
Nectar from flowers
How do bats play a role in reforestation?
Spreading seeds
What percent of bat species are in danger of extinction?
How many insects does a bat eat on a typical night?
1/2 of their body weight
Why are some people afraid of bats, and how does this affect bats?
Scary pictures, misinformation, and more