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These two photographs were taken by callers to our wildlife rescue hotline. The callers had very kindly helped the bats take flight once again so they may go about their business. Often, these insectivorous bats may fall or land on the floor, and are unable to take off on their own. They need a suitable height for lift-off.

Concerned members of public may call us, thinking the bat is injured or that the little one is a lost baby bat. There are a few native insectivorous bat species (such as bamboo bats) who, at full-grown adult size, can be as small as two inches.

Here�s how you can help them. If the bat is uninjured (no visible bleeding or broken limbs), you can use a towel to safely place him/her on the rough surface of a tall tree, for him/her to climb up and take off. This should be preferably done after sunset when it gets dark. They may spend some time grooming first or to recover, before moving off, so don�t be alarmed that he/she doesn�t fly off immediately!

Using a towel or glove when moving them to a tree is important, and please keep the handling to the absolute minimum and only when required. Please do not handle them with your bare hands.

When in doubt, or if the bat is injured, call us first at our 24-hr Wildlife Rescue Hotline 9783 7782.

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ACRES (Animal Concerns Research & Education Society) is a pioneering Singapore-based charity and Institution of Public Character, founded by Singaporeans in 2001 with the aim of promoting animal welfare.

ACRES has six focus areas: Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Wildlife Crime Investigation, Zoo Animal Welfare, Humane Education, Community Outreach and Promoting Cruelty-Free Living.

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