Bats

Bats are truly remarkable animals as well as our only flying mammals. Unfortunately their unwarranted reputation has prevented many people from appreciating how beneficial and unique they are. Get the facts about bats—their appearance, life cycles, behaviors, and roles in healthy ecosystems. Read more >

The two most common bats found in Massachusetts are the Little Brown Bat (Myotis lucifugus) and the Big Brown Bat (Eptesicus fuscus), but the state hosts a total of nine bat species. Get to know them >

Since bats are so efficient at controlling bothersome insect, it is advantageous to leave them alone. That being said, there are instances where a bat is not welcome, such as inside your home. What to do if you encounter a bat >

White-nose syndrome (WNS) is a disease that's affecting bats in enormous numbers. More than 1 million bats have died in the Northeast and Canada, and some hibernacula—sites where bats hibernate—have witnessed a 90-100% decimation in their population. About WNS & what can be done >