Truly marvelous in their ability to locate objects using echolocation, and vital to ecosystems, bats are now getting some much deserved protection and attention. GORP is pleased to present Barbara French, Bat Conservation International 's Conservation Information Specialist, who will serve as our special forum guest from October 23 through November 13. Join Barbara on the GORP Forum to ask the best places and methods to view bats . She's also an expert in bat conservation and rehabilitation, so find out what you can do to protect these wild animals that bring so many benefits to humans. GORP presents a sampling of places to view bats, from Bat Conservation International's new publication, The Vacationer's Guide to Bat-Watching .
Bats are fascinating, and recognition of their importance is growing every day.
But let's face facts. While most outdoor enthusiasts love wildlife, everybody freaks out a little the first time they discover a bat in the living room . Barbara's excerpt from her book Captive Care and Rehabilitation of Insectivorous Bats will help by offering safe and compassionate methods for coping with the unwanted guests.