Bats are some of the most interesting critters in the animal kingdom — but also some of the most misunderstood. Part of the reason bats are so startling to many people is because there’s so much mystery surrounding them. To help clear up some of the misconceptions and mystique surrounding these fascinating creatures, here are six facts you should know about bats and how to properly deal with bat removal.
Bats are just the fourth creature in history to master the art of flight — succeeded only by insects, pterosaurs, and birds.
Of the 5,400 different mammal species in existence, over 1,200 are different species of bat.
Contrary to popular belief, vampire bats can’t suck blood through their teeth. They just use their teeth to cut the skin of their prey and lap up the blood, much like a dog lapping up water.
Because bats have a quick metabolism, they can often eat around 1,200 insects an hour. To put that in perspective, that’s about 1/3 of their body weight that bats are consuming in bugs and other crop-damaging pests every single hour. For this reason, bats are an important resource for our ecosystem.
Unlike rats and other rodents, bats live upwards of 30 years in many cases.
Over 50% of bat species in the United States are on the endangered species list. Though populations are decreasing, it still isn’t a good idea to have them in your home.
Because bats are a protected species, their removal requires professional care. Over the last 30 years, the professionals at Critter Control® of Orlando has developed a four-step process for 100% humane bat removal. Our CritterSafe® method includes:
If bats have been coming too close to your home, or if they’ve taken up residence in your attic, let the bat removal specialists at Critter Control® of Orlando help. Give us a call today at 407-295-7194 to schedule your free home inspection and get a personalized estimate.
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