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Top 3 Most Common Bat Diseases in Virginia

Posted on February 12, 2021 by virginia

Bats can be dangerous to pets and humans.  One of the main reasons why this is true has to do with the illnesses and infections that bats can pass along.  Bats should be avoided at all costs in order to … Continue reading →

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Can Bat Poop Make Me Sick?

Posted on December 7, 2020 by virginia

Bat poop, referred to as guano, is the organic waste matter produced by bats. When a person spots an area with bat guano accumulation, they can safely suggest there is a bat colony nearby. Bats typically reside in one area, … Continue reading →

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Are Bats Dangerous Animals?

Posted on September 11, 2020 by virginia

Bats are one of nature’s most fascinating mammals.  Not only do bats consume thousands of insects each night, their guano is an effective fertilizer used in multiple industries around the world.  With all of these positive characteristics in tow, what … Continue reading →

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Facts About White Nose Syndrome Disease in Bats

Posted on April 27, 2020 by virginia

White Nose Syndrome (WNS) is a devastating illness that has killed millions of hibernating bats all across the nation. Continue reading to learn more about White Nose Syndrome, and how it affects wild bat populations. White Nose Syndrome (WNS) Facts … Continue reading →

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Do Bats Have Lice?

Posted on January 31, 2020 by virginia

When it comes to finding a bat infestation within your home or building, one of your first concerns, aside from structural damage, is health. Are bats diseased? Do they spread contagious illnesses or parasites? The answers to these questions are … Continue reading →

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Facts About White-Nose Syndrome and Bats

Posted on June 7, 2018 by virginia

White-Nose Syndrome (WNS) is a bat killing disease that has already wiped out millions of bats across the world. Learn more about this debilitating bat disease, and what you should do if you are concerned about bat activity around your … Continue reading →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bat Removal and Control

Posted on April 20, 2018 by virginia

Bats are an incredible species of mammal, and we are lucky to have them as a part of our surrounding eco-system. Their high metabolic needs and diverse diets significantly impact our ecological communities by playing a vital role in pollination, … Continue reading →

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3 Transmissible Bat Diseases That Can Affect People and Pets

Posted on March 9, 2018 by virginia

Although the actual risk of infection is low, bats, like most mammals, have the ability to carry and transmit several types of bacteria and viruses that can be harmful to both humans and pets. The most common bat diseases include … Continue reading →

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