International Bat Appreciation Day 2021: 11 Fascinating Facts About The Flying Mammals
04/17/21 AT 6:40 AM
It s time to show bats some love, because April 17 marks International Bat Appreciation Day to raise awareness about the plight of bats as well as their contributions.
Animal-themed holidays provide excellent opportunities for people to learn more about the creatures and appreciate their role in the environment. On International Bat Appreciation Day, the spotlight is on chiropterans.
The occasion was created after the organization Bat Conservation International (BCI) identified 35 critically endangered bat species, National Today
Unfortunately, bats are often still seen as pests or disease spreaders even though they actually play a crucial role in pest control and pollination. Further, many of these important creatures are faced with various threats, such as disease, human hunting, deforestation and habitat loss.
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