Because they are often portrayed in horror films and Halloween decorations, most people have a negative association with bats. Unfortunately, there are also many misconceptions about the creatures that need to be debunked, even if you intend to remove bat infestations from your property. Here are a few fun facts about bats, and how it could impact how they act around your home and property.

Information About Bats

1. Bats Aren’t Blind

Although many people assume that bats are blind and rely solely on echolocation to hunt, they can see very well. While it is true that bats use echolocation to look for food at night, they use their eyesight for hunting during the day. Because they can see, they can easily find ways into shelter like your home or attic, which is how bat infestations happen. 

2. Bats Help Control Insect Populations 

While bats can be scary because of their unpredictable flying patterns and tendency to hang, they also help control insect populations. Studies have shown that a single bat can eat up to 1,200 mosquito-sized insects every hour, helping to keep these pests from causing other problems. However, since bats can also carry diseases like SARS and Ebola, it is still important to watch out for bat infestations and have them removed.

3. Bats Can Fit Through Incredibly Small Spaces

Although most people don’t worry too much about bats infesting their garages or attics, the creatures can fit through spaces as small as 3/8 of an inch, making it difficult to keep these animals out of roosting areas. However, by carefully evaluating your attic, garage, shed, and barn areas, you can seal off spaces to keep bats from targeting your structures.

While bats are interesting animals, you may still be interested in removing them permanently from your property. At Batman Enterprises in Cincinnati, OH, they focus on effective, humane bat infestation removal practices, offering everything from exclusion and guano removal to structural repairs to fix your home after an infestation. To schedule a complimentary inspection, send them a note online or call (513) 600-3079.