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A Hidden Threat to Bats: Hunting

New research finds that at least 254 bat species face pressure from hunters, and that could push some of them into extinction.

March 24, 2023

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John R. Platt

New research finds that at least 254 bat species face pressure from hunters, and that could push some of them into extinction.

Climate Change

Here’s What Climate Change Will Mean for Bats

A new study identifies threats facing dozens of bat species in areas of the world that are predicted to get hotter and drier.

July 28, 2021

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Tara Lohan

A new study identifies threats facing dozens of bat species in areas of the world that are predicted to get hotter and drier.

The Ask

Speak Up for Bats — Even in the Pandemic

Bats have come under fire as scientists work to understand the origins of the novel coronavirus, but we have more reasons to be thankful for bats than afraid of them.

April 29, 2020

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Tara Lohan

Bats have come under fire as scientists work to understand the origins of the novel coronavirus, but we have more reasons to be thankful for bats than afraid of them.

Voices

What’s the Best Way to Welcome Bats to the Neighborhood? The Goldilocks Approach.

In a warming climate, some bat houses could be death traps. But community-level bat boxes can help give bats more room and options to raise young safely.

September 27, 2019

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Cori Lausen

In a warming climate, some bat houses could be death traps. But community-level bat boxes can help give bats more room and options to raise young safely.

Wildlife

The Fungus Killing America’s Bats: “Sometimes You’ll See Piles of Dead Bats”

Since it first turned up in 2007, white-nose syndrome has killed millions of bats — and it’s not done yet.

October 16, 2017

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John R. Platt

Since it first turned up in 2007, white-nose syndrome has killed millions of bats — and it’s not done yet.

Wildlife

The Bats, the Bridge and Hurricane Harvey

Rescuers turn out for Houston’s famous Waugh Bridge bat colony.

August 31, 2017

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John R. Platt

Rescuers turn out for Houston’s famous Waugh Bridge bat colony.

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Public Lands & Protected Spaces

Fire for Watersheds

To bring more water to the landscape — and fight the growing risk of catastrophic wildfires — a Tribe in California helps to reshape fire management policy.

April 26, 2024

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Ashley Braun

To bring more water to the landscape — and fight the growing risk of catastrophic wildfires — a Tribe in California helps to reshape fire management policy.