SKEDADDLE BLOG

When people think of bats, they often conjure up images of rabid, erratic flying creatures of the night or creepy bloodsuckers that hang upside down. Yes, these mammals do carry rabies, but the truth is that there are only one or two cases of human rabies every year from any animal, not just bats. Bats… Continue reading

Bats are unique creatures, being the only mammals capable of true flight. Since they are most active at night, it is difficult to observe their behavior, which also makes them mysterious. As a result, people have a lot of mistaken notions about bats. These misunderstandings become amplified by dramatic movies and television, sparking fear in… Continue reading

Bats are one of the most fascinating species to inhabit our planet. They have many interesting behaviors and do amazing things for our environment. Sadly, bats get a bad rap from the media, especially when they are portrayed as blood-sucking creatures that stalk humans. These characterizations have led to the destruction of bat colonies and… Continue reading

If you see them hanging upside down calmly, bats can be very cute. These small mammals look very peaceful when they are resting. However, even if you are the biggest bat fan in the world, you don’t want them in your house. They can carry many diseases, including rabies, so homeowners should know how to… Continue reading

Bats are nocturnal creatures, but with recent warm temperatures, residents of Madison are seeing them in the daytime throughout the city. These are, in most cases, the large brown bat common to this region. This is unusual behavior for bats and puts them at risk of physical harm. People should not interact with bats they… Continue reading