Bat Myths and Facts

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Bats are one of the most misunderstood mammals in the world today. I can’t even begin to put into words the value bats offer our ecosystem and the proper handling of them is very important.
However, bats do not belong in our homes and buildings and this web site is designed to help you understand bats and discern yourself from the many myths about them and finding a qualified professional from the many snake salesmen out there with gimmicks to take your money and laugh all the way to the bank. We know how to get rid of bats by bat proofing your
home, building or structure.
Facts:
1. Bats both large and small are insectivores. Each bat on daily night flight can consumer about 1000 insects an hour or roughly 6000-8000 insects each and every night. This is simply the best natural pest control we have on earth and every bat if handled properly can be returned back to the wild and help us keep all the bug populations down.
2. Bats are not vampires and there is no reaosn to fear them. Myths have been running around for centuries that they can become entangled in your hair and it is far from the truth. Bats have a built in sonar like capability called echo location and can in mid flight remove a tiny mosquito flying. They also know exactly where you are and will avoid any contact with you. They may get close to
your face but they are not trying to harm or frighten you.
3. Bats are flying mammals and live in colonies if you see a bat resting I am confident a colony is also near by in y9our attic, soffits, behind shutters or even the hollows of a tree.
4. Bats will bite if handled. They have tiny razor like sharp teeth and should only be handled by a trained professional wearing gloves and exercising care in their handling.
5. Bats are not blind. They are however very light sensitive and are nocturnal mammals.
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