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The world's largest carnivorous bat has a surprisingly rich social life, displaying affectionate greetings and providing food to family group members, according to a study by Marisa Tietge at Museum ...

Video from a national park in Uganda depicted a parade of predatory species feeding on and dispersing fruit bats that are known natural reservoirs of infectious diseases. By Anthony Ham Bats carry an ...

Bats play a critical role in maintaining healthy ecosystems in Illinois. These creatures are estimated to consume over 1,200 insects in a single night, making them vital for controlling insect ...

Glowing bats may sound like Halloween decor, but researchers in Georgia have discovered certain species of North American bats that are capable of the unusual trick. When placed under ultraviolet ...

During the day, these mysterious mammals seek refuge in gloomy caves, the dark crevices of rocks and in shadows on the underside of bridges. They emerge at dusk, erratically flapping their leathery ...

Fringe-lipped bats from Panama hunt like miniature lions, using a “hang-and-wait” strategy to capture large, energy-rich prey. High-tech biologging revealed they spend most of their time conserving ...

The recent rescue of the juvenile bat in Lancaster, Pennsylvania involved teamwork from the beginning. The “sky puppy” had been hanging on a local porch for two days. While that might not sound off, ...