Are Bats Harmful?

• Of all mammalian species, only Bats engage in powered flight.
• The bones of their arm and finger are covered with a leather-like skin.
• They have fur on their bodies to keep them warm and camouflaged.
• They rest by hanging out upside down. That behavior is called “roosting”.
• Our local species typically range between 2 and 8 inches in length.
• Their wingspan is considerably larger. Generally from 5 to 16 inches.
• These critters can squeeze into openings less than 1/2 inch in size.

What do Bats Eat?

• The majority, around 70%, eat insects. Other types prefer fruit.
• A certain few eat prey bigger than insects.
• As mammals, babies drink their mother’s milk.
• On the other hand, Vampire Bats prefer blood!
• They are considered adults when they begin to roost.

You may have a Bat problem if…

• Your shutters, attics, garages, or barns have roosting bats within.
• Their discharge, which leaves oily stains, is present on your premises.
• You find segmented droppings full of partially digested insects.
• You hear unusual noises. Remember, they navigate by sound and use sound to find their next meal, and for social interaction.

Which risks are associated with Bats?

• You may develop respiratory system problems if you inhale dust from their droppings, which are full of parasites and fungi.
• Sickly, elderly, and the very young have the greatest risk, as they have the weakest immune systems.
• They don’t seek out contact with people, so there is not much risk of being bitten by a rabid individual.

What Should You Do to Avoid Bat Problems?

• Don’t give them ingress to your property. Seal up any holes, cracks, or other means of access.
• Hamptons Wildlife Removal will scope out your Bat situation in the evening, increasing the chance of finding nests.
• We come back in the daytime to learn which species is/are present. This allows us to determine the best approach to humanely removing the Bats.