Learn About Bats
Schedule a program or lectureLearn about Bats
We love taking care of our bat population, and we love it when we get the opportunity to tell others about this amazing creature and its importance in our ecosystem. To that end, we offer educational programs throughout the year and can schedule a lecture or program for your organization to help spread the word about this often misunderstood species.
Programs
Learn why bats are important, how was can help protect them, and how they are vital to the health of our environment. Our programs generally last 30-60minutes, we can accommodate any duration to meet your time requirement.
Lectures
Lectures are generally 60 minutes, and can accommodate any topic relating to bats, their ecological role, diseases, behavior, etc.
Contact Us
For program and lecture fees, scheduling and additional information please contact us at stephanie@pabatrehab.org
Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 20
Market of the Macabre
“The magical and morbidly curious 2025 Market of the Macabre will take place on Saturday, September 20, 12:00 – 5:00 PM. At Laurel Hill East Cemetery 3822 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia, PA Entrance Fee: $5 in Advance, $10 at the Door Peruse amongst historic tombstones for handmade items, assorted oddities and taxidermy, antiques, jewelry, spiritual goods, clothing, original artwork, and more …”.”
Saturday, October 25
Celebrate Bats! Elmwood Park Zoo
“Every October we recognize Bat Week, an international celebration designed to raise awareness about the need for bat conservation. These nocturnal creatures are often misunderstood, but they act as valuable predators to many insects, including mosquitos! Join educators as we kick off the celebration with hands-on activities, games and an up close look at these creatures of the night!”
For program and lecture fees, scheduling and additional information please contact us at steph@pabatrehab.org
Sponsor/Adopt
Our Latest Rescues
Oli
Large Brown Bat
Baby – Male
Scout
Brown Bat
Adult – Male
Smokey
Small Brown Bat
Senior – Male
What We Do
Bat Rehabilitation
Providing professional care to native bat species by integrating veterinary medicine, rehabilitation, conservation and research.
Programs and Lectures
We are committed to improving the well-being of bats and their habitat through education. Dispelling common misconceptions is essential to the conservation and protection of bats.
Conservation Initiatives
While we don't provide bat removal services ourselves, we partner with several individuals and companies who provide humane bat removals and exclusions. If you find a bat, go here first.