Harmful chemicals have been used in trying to eliminate bats from attics but this can be harmful to humans as well. Local wildlife officials can advise and help with removing bats without harming them, you or your property. When bats are disturbed during their winter hibernation, they use up vital energy reserves. The food supply of the little brown bat consists of insects which are available only in the spring and summer months. Without being able to replenish the lost energy, the bats could die.
Some people harass or even kill bats out of fear and ignorance.
They may think that bats are diseased and dirty. While bats are not as dangerous as portrayed in the past, they are wild animals and therefore should be treated with respect. Around the world, many more bat populations are declining at alarming rates. They roost inside the church steeple. The loss of food supply is another threat to the bat population.