Friday, January 9, 2009

Vermont Wildlife Officials Say Bats Likely Will Be Active

People can expect to see bats showing up in unusual areas during the daytime in the weeks ahead, according to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. The department also is making it easier for people to report sightings of sick bats with a form on their website.

Like last winter, state wildlife officials are advising Vermonters to expect unusual levels of bat activity as a result of the White Nose Syndrome that has afflicted hibernating bats throughout the state. Affected bats may come out of hibernation to leave the caves and mines in search of food, and then seek shelter in residences, buildings and other structures in an effort to escape cold temperatures.

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http://www.vtfishandwildlife.com/Detail.cfm?Agency__ID=1423

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1 comment:

Michael Thompson said...

I like bats eating up the mosquitoes! I dont think they will find much food in the winter though!