SAVE THE USA'S RAREST BAT

The Florida Bonneted Bat

Our Work

The Miami Bat Lab at Zoo Miami is founded by Bat Conservation International.
We protect the Florida Bonneted Bat by:

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RESEARCH

Gaining knowledge to protect this species.

  • Identify habitat areas that are prime for roosting sites
  • Understand the diet of urban-based Florida bonneted bats
  • Understand how noise and light pollution impact bat populations

 

Community Outreach

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Raising awareness based on our research.

  • Help the public understand how everyday activities can impact structures where these amazing creatures roost
  • Generate support for bat houses in public spaces
  • Conserve open foraging space
Artificial Roost

ARTIFICIAL ROOSTS

Creating safe habitats.

  • Research new bat house designs for urban environments
  • Reduce everyday disturbances and decrease conflicts with homeowners by installing specially designed bat houses in public spaces

 

Bat houses

Install 20 hurricane-resistant bat houses in critical roosting areas by 2021

Engaging local citizens

Engage over 3,600 local citizens per year

Donate

The Florida bonneted bat is a Federally endangered species. Due to their protective status, placement of target bat houses on private property is discouraged.

There are other ways to make a difference. Make a donation to support our work or install a bat house designed for other local species.

The Miami Bat Lab is founded by:


 

“The importance of the partnership between Zoo Miami and Bat Conservation International cannot be overstated. By combining their unique resources, they have created a role model for conservation efforts to better understand and protect this critically endangered species for future generations.”

Ron Magill