Fun Facts About Bats

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Did You Know?

Bats are the only mammals that are capable of true and sustained flight! 🦇

Echo-locators

Most bats use echolocation to navigate and find prey in the dark. They emit high-frequency sounds that bounce off objects and help them "see" their surroundings.

Species Diversity

There are over 1,400 species of bats worldwide, accounting for about 20% of all mammalian species!

Vital to Ecosystems

Bats play crucial roles in ecosystems by pollinating plants, dispersing seeds, and controlling insect populations.