Bats are among the most fascinating yet misunderstood creatures in the natural world, and for many conservationists, a single experience can ignite a lifelong passion for their study and protection. In the two inspiring blog posts below, interns Wongani Sibande and Alison Simpanzye share their transformative journeys at Kasanka National Park in Zambia, where they […] The post Discovering a Passion for Bats: Internships at Kasanka National Park appeared first on Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservat...| Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation
Merlin and MTBC team members spent 19 days in Costa Rica last November on a filming trip for “Bat City” with its Director and Emmy Award-winning cinematographer, Skip Hobbie. “Bat City” will be a 15-minute educational documentary highlighting the beauty and ecological importance of bats from around the world, and Merlin’s role in protecting the […] The post Challenging torrential rains countered by cooperative bats in Costa Rica appeared first on Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation.| Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation
Bats can use sounds in many complex ways. They can sing and even have different dialects… When imagining a bat, the first thoughts that come to mind involve flight and their nocturnal nature. Despite the darkness, they fly by in a blur of motion, expertly catching mosquitoes or other insects. The only flying mammal in […] The post The Social Language of Bats appeared first on Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation.| Merlin Tuttle's Bat Conservation