This fact sheet attempts to dispel the fears and answer some of the questions most often asked of the National Museum of Natural History by presenting some general facts about the biology and natural ...

On Bat Appreciation Week, let’s explore some of the interesting lesser-known bat facts that may surprise and amuse you!

During winter, in northern Canada, little brown bats go into a form of hibernation called torpor and only need to breathe once every 90 minutes to stay alive. A single bat can consume one third of ...

In fact, there are some pretty amazing benefits of bats in your backyard that you might not be aware of! Plus, learn some amazing facts about bats. If your outdoor gatherings are mosquito-free ...

Did you know that 17 different types of bats live in Northern California? Some are pollinators; others are insect eaters.

This bat species is part of the leaf-nosed bat family, meaning they have a triangular flap of tissue shaped like a leaf at the end of their noses. Those noses help them detect the scent of ...

With Halloween upon us, spooky symbols of the holiday abound — including bats. It just so happens to also be International Bat Week, which celebrates the role of bats in nature. Coincidence?

The Ozark big-eared bat is a threatened species found only in a small number of caves in the southern central United States. Also known as the western big-eared bat, the long-eared bat ...

Mind-blowing facts about bats, wolves, snakes, spiders and ravens from wildlife expert Peter Gros, co-host of Mutual of Omaha ...

Bats have been on Earth for more than 50 million years Every now and then, Dr Mathieu Bourgarel seeks permission from the village elders to visit the sacred caves, bringing a gift to appease the ...