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Latin Name:
Order Chiroptera

Appearance:
The only winged mammal, there are over 40 species in the U.S.

Habit:
Roost in caves, hollow trees and other natural shelters. During the warm months, can roost and breed in occupied buildings. Hibernate, generally outdoors, during the winter.

Diet:
Primarily insects.

Reproduction:
Baby bats are born in June and July. Enter nursery colonies that can range from a few to several hundred bats.

Other:
Blocking entry points is the best way to manage bats. In many areas, bats are a protected species. While rabies is a concern, few bats actually carry the disease.