Category Archives: Bats

3 Reasons Why Bats are Great at Flying

Posted on November 9, 2020 by Budgetanimal

Bats are the only mammal on Earth that can fly. I know what you are thinking; but flying squirrels, flying fish, and other animals that “fly” are really just soaring on wind currents. Bats, on the other hand, can actually … Continue reading →

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2 Zoonotic Bat Diseases That Can Be Spread to Humans and Pets

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Budgetanimal

When it comes to bats around the house or in the attic, you do not want to waste any time getting rid of them. Bats are known carriers of several infectious zoonotic diseases, two of which are very serious, and … Continue reading →

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Tips for Dead Animal Odor Removal

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Budgetanimal

So, you discovered there was a dead animal, or animals, in your home and you have had them successfully removed. But for some reason, your home still smells as if they were still there. So, what do you do? You … Continue reading →

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How to Identify a Bat Problem Around Your Property

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Budgetanimal

Bats are magnificent mammals that serve a vital role in our local ecosystems. But sometimes, their innate behaviors and survival instincts cause problems around our properties. Everything from bat urine and droppings, to structural damage, health risks, threats, and more, … Continue reading →

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The Most Threatened Bat Species in Indiana

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Budgetanimal

The Indiana Bat is a special species that is protected under federal and state law. The Indiana Bat first became protected by the Endangered Species Act in 1967. Their decline in population was the first sign that these creatures needed … Continue reading →

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Educational and Fun Facts about Bats

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Budgetanimal

Bats are among the most misunderstood creatures across the world.  It may be because they hang upside down, or have long pointy teeth; or perhaps it’s the correlation with Dracula and vampires that have given bats their unfair stereotype.  Rumors … Continue reading →

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