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From the tiny, insectivorous bumblebee bat to the fruitarian giant golden-crowned flying fox, bats are an incredibly diverse species. Unfortunately, they’re also one of the most misunderstood and feared species. While many associate them with sucking blood and carrying diseases, bats are actually essential to the ecosystems in which they live. For example, they are efficient pest control agents, which is good for civilians and farmers alike. In fact, bats are estimated to save the United States at least $3.7 billion dollars each year on pest control! Similarly, bats are excellent pollinators and plant seed-spreaders. In fact, much of the fruit we eat today we owe to the work of bats! Aside from being critical to our environment, bats are more than just bizarre flying creatures. They all have unique personalities and are
Elderly fruit bat becomes internet star
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His name is Statler, and he is a fruit bat turned internet superstar.
He enjoys warm hugs, warm sponge baths, fruit salad and flying. sort of.
Statler is an old dude. believed to be the oldest living fruit bat in captivity.
While he can t fly on his own, his caretakers make it happen.
His fans around the globe are cheering him on.
The adorable Indian Flying Fox goes on simulated flights where he steers like he did in his younger and more sprightly years.
Statler is 33, which is ancient by bat standards.
He lives in the geribatric ward at Bat World Sanctuary in Weatherford, Texas, a non-profit that cares for bats that can t be released into the wild.
Elderly fruit bat becomes internet star
Share:
His name is Statler, and he is a fruit bat turned internet superstar.
He enjoys warm hugs, warm sponge baths, fruit salad and flying. sort of.
Statler is an old dude. believed to be the oldest living fruit bat in captivity.
While he can t fly on his own, his caretakers make it happen.
His fans around the globe are cheering him on.
The adorable Indian Flying Fox goes on simulated flights where he steers like he did in his younger and more sprightly years.
Statler is 33, which is ancient by bat standards.
He lives in the geribatric ward at Bat World Sanctuary in Weatherford, Texas, a non-profit that cares for bats that can t be released into the wild.