Bats flying around your home at night may signal a healthy ecosystem. These nocturnal mammals help control insects, pollinate ...

The large flying fox (Pteropus vampyrus) is a Southeast Asian species of megabat. In China, bats are said to bring good luck. Ancient Egyptians believed they could cure an array of diseases. But ...

Bats get a bad rap. They’re tied to Halloween decorations, vampire legends, and the occasional panicked reaction when one swoops through a backyard at dusk. But beyond the spooky stereotypes lies a ...

Bats usually get cast as spooky night dwellers who dart through the dark or hang upside down in attics. But there’s a lot more to them than Halloween stories suggest. Here’s a look at the surprising ...

TOLEDO, Ohio — Since the recent confirmation from the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department of a rabies-positive bat in Lucas County, wildlife experts have said education and calm are key. For Laura ...

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