SAVE OUR BATS!

OUR MISSION

Bat Conservation & Rescue of Virginia was created to raise awareness of white-nose syndrome and its devastating impact on North American bats.

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LEARN ABOUT BATS

Read Lucy's Story

Read a story about Lucy, a little brown bat, and learn about her first year of life.

Learn About Bats

Bats are amazing flying mammals with special adaptations for night life.

What is WNS?

White nose syndrome is a fungus that grows on bats' faces, ears, and wings while they hibernate.

Meet Reggie & Friends

Meet our animated bat characters! Their job is to help show everyone that bats aren't scary.

Read Our Blog

Read updates from our staff and volunteers.

HOW CAN YOU HELP BATS?

EMPOWERING YOUTH TO CONSERVE NORTH AMERICAN BATS

HELP LUCY

Learn what you can do to help Lucy and other bats.

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EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Our programs focus on the amazing abilities of bats and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem.

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TEACHERS & PARENTS

Use this section to find resources and projects to support your education programs.

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BE BAT FRIENDLY

Changes in habitat mean big changes for bats! Bats need help in areas where people have changed the landscape. Explore this section to learn about ways everyone can be bat friendly.

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BATS IN HOUSES

No one should share living quarters with wild animals. Explore this section to learn about safe and effective ways to relocate bats.

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BAT RESCUE

Sometimes bats need immediate help. This section has advice and resources for when you've found a bat.

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BAT HABITAT

Explore ways to help and enhance bat habitat in your area!

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