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

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 ...

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 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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