Found a bat?
Do not handle the bat with bare hands and do not attempt to rehabilitate the bat on your own. While less than 1% of bats have rabies, a bat that has been touched with bare hands in Utah will have to be euthanized.
Please all pets and children away from any bats on the ground. Please call us at (801)228-0831 and we can advise you on whether or not a bat needs to come into care. Many bats will rest during the day on the side of trees or buildings. This is normal behavior. If you think you have an injured or orphaned bat, please call us immediately and send us a text with location and a picture. Bat World Sanctuary in Texas has a website filled with information about bats and has a section on what to do if you find a bat. Click on the link below to learn about bat behavior and what to do if you find a bat indoors or outdoors. Please do not hesitate to call us (801)228-0831 with bat questions or concerns.