Studying everything bats all over North America. Check out our current projects at https://xitter.cf/t.co/uFXKPtaoU8
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University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Bat people - I have a sci-comm opportunity that is built around pollination. If you're a grad student working on bats that pollinate, or just really into them, DM me and I'll flip you some info. It pays a small honorarium. Please retweet.
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
The latest IUCN Red List is a stark reminder of how bat species around the world face increasing threats with each passing year. In this update, 15 bat species have been reclassified as #endangered, signaling urgency for action to protect #bats before it's too late. #RedList
BREAKING NEWS: The IUCN Red List has just been updated, showing that the European Bison and 25 other species are recovering. At the same time, 31 species have been declared Extinct. Find out more: iucn.org/RedListDec20
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Can we just stop for a minute and say just how COOL vampire bats are? Truly a misunderstood mammal. They have behaviours and biology that are simply marvellous.
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
To celebrate #BatWeek2020 our partners at @albertabats collaborated with a local graphics designer to create the Alberta Bats Colouring & Activity Book.
Download a copy from albertabats.ca/.../ACBP_Bat_…!
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Sometimes fall migration doesn't go well and you get trapped in a building. Fortunately this Silver-haired Bat from NW Alberta was rescued and got some food and water before release. Could these have the cutest yawn in the animal world? #yawn #naturevideo youtu.be/23Mtxl0LG5c
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Please remember, conservation of old, large trees with cavities and peeling park or high canopies is important for the majority of our bat species. #BatWeek2020 #BeBatFriendly #TreesForBats
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
If you’ve witnessed a fatal bird collision, record it on the @FLAPCanada Global Bird Mapper app. Follow this link to explore the data and add yours: bit.ly/31aJsgb
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Pied Falconet, found from Bhutan to Vietnam, have been described as "ridiculously adorable, panda-faced death machines". Highly skilled aerial predators, they live in family groups of up to 20 and hunt small birds, dragonflies... even bats! #WednesdayWildlife 🤯📸
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
This week (Oct 24-31) is Bat Week, an annual, international celebration of the role of bats in nature, so we're re-visiting some of out favourites stories over the years about bats! 🦇
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Globally, bats provide vital ecosystem services in the form of insect pest consumption, plant pollination, and seed dispersal, making them essential to the health of global ecosystems. Learn more in the thread below ⬇️ and at batcon.org/about-bats/bats-1… #BatWeek #BatWeek2020
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
White-nose Syndrome is a serious disease that is contributing to the decline on our #bat population. Help to #savethebats on #BatWeek by supporting research to find a cure. whitenosesyndrome.org/
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Detecting a mosquito with sound waves takes exquisite timing and a very good nose - not for smell, but for shaping sound waves! WCS Canada bat specialist Dr. Cori Lausen on the amazing abilities of bats in an audio interview: bit.ly/2Tt8KB4 #BatWeek2020 @wcscanadabats
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Bracken Cave is the world’s largest #bat colony. Located near San Antonio, Texas, USA, this is a summer maternity colony for up to 20 million Mexican Free-tailed bats. Learn more about Bracken Cave Preserve below ⬇️ #BatWeek #TuesdayThoughts
batcon.org/our-work/inspire-…
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Happy #BatWeek! Why a whole week dedicated to #bats? Because bats are important! They serve as pollinators, pest controllers, and seed dispersers! Learn more at batweek.org!
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
#DidYouKnow #Bats are the only mammal capable of true flight? Join our twitter storm at 1pm ET, right here on twitter, to share and learn more #BatFacts. Don't forget to use the #BatWeek hashtag! #TriviaTuesday #TuesdayThoughts @Bat_Week 📸 Michael Durham
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
“Hi! I’m Kelly Speer and I’m taking over @NMNH on social this week! I’m a Biodiversity Genomics Fellow and I work in the Invertebrate Zoology Department @SmithsonianNMNH and the Center for Conservation Genomics @smithsonianzoo."
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
This week only! For #BatWeek we are mailing out bat stickers! Just email us at the address in the post and give us a return mailing address. Normally, we have in-person events and get to share our stickers! Not in 2020!
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
*Cue this song being stuck in your head the rest of the week* 😁🦇🧡 #sorrynotsorry
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na... #BATWEEK!
Millions of bats live in national parks. They pollinate, eat insects, use echolocation, and fascinate visitors. Learn more about these wonders of the night at nps.gov/subjects/bats
University of Waterloo Bat Lab retweeted
🦇Just flying in to wish you a happy #BatWeek! Let's celebrate by admiring our favorite winged friends. Vote on 2020's cutest bats in our #BatBeautyContest ➡️ow.ly/839r50C1lDs. 📸 Charles M. Francis and Michael Durhan, @BatConIntl. @Bat_Week 🦇
