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International Bat Appreciation Day

natureApr 17, 202628479

International Bat Appreciation Day featured artists, scientists and conservation groups sharing artwork, species spotlights and practical conservation tips focused on bats such as the bumblebee bat. Artist heyfizzyjay posted an image showing a bat eating a corn on the cob on a pink and white towel. Kitti's hog-nosed bat, also called the bumblebee bat (Craseonycteris thonglongyai), measures about 29 to 33 millimeters long and weighs roughly 2 grams. Conservationists highlighted protecting cave roosts and reducing pesticide use as specific measures to help vulnerable bat populations recover.

Key Highlights

Artist heyfizzyjay posted a bat eating corn on a pink towel.
Bumblebee bat measures about 29 to 33 millimeters and weighs roughly 2 grams.
Conservationists urged protecting cave roosts and reducing pesticide use.