Happy #BatWeek! Did you know that Arizona is home to 28 species of bat? As the only mammal with true flight, they're pretty cool critters in their own right, but they're also great allies for humans: Not only are they the "night shift" of pollinators, but one bat can eat more than 1,000 insects in an hour - including mosquitos! Plus, if you ask us, they're pretty darn cute, too 😍 So tonight, if you see some Canyon bats swooping around your neighborhood at dusk, wish them a happy Bat Week and sa

Rush hour at the world's largest bat colony🦇🦇🦇 Millions of Mexican Free-tailed Bats emerge from Bracken Cave Preserve near San Antonio. Bats give birth in June, with pups starting to fly in early August. The colony consumes up to 140 tons of insects each night! Visitation is through Bat Conservation International | Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine

We’re redefining what’s possible for bat conservation with cutting-edge tools and bold strategies. Nearly 200 species are at risk, and we’re leading the charge to ensure their survival and protect our ecosystems. | Bat Conservation International