City of Hamilton confirms first case of rabies in two years came from a rabid bat
In a statement, the department revealed that the infection came from a bat and there was “no human contact with this bat.” Continue reading
Bats
Bat-friendly Peachland given award for conservation efforts
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Only Peachland and Dawson Creek have been given the ‘Bat-Friendly Community’ designation. Continue reading
Stressed bats more capable of spreading viruses to humans: study
A team led by a University of Saskatchewan researcher said they found that stress can increase the spread of viruses from little brown bats. Continue reading
Health unit issues warning after central Ontario woman bitten by rabid bat
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
A bat that bit a woman tested positive for rabies, according to the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District health unit. Continue reading
Toronto Zoo bat conservation program finds endangered species near city
The zoo’s Native Bat Conservation Program says the northern myotis is one of four endangered bat species in Ontario. Continue reading
Increased bat activity normal for this time of year, says biologist
Early summer is the usual time that Okanagan residents start seeing an increase in bat activity, according to a provincial bat program. Continue reading
Taking a road trip? B.C. wants you to check for hitchhiking bats
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The province is concerned bats infected with white-nose syndrome could accidentally be brought into B.C. Continue reading
Public asked to help B.C. wildlife officials combat deadly bat disease
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
Wildlife officials asking for public’s help to combat deadly bat disease that could be a disaster for the bat population in B.C. Continue reading
Bat invasion in Australia town prompts closures, protests: ‘Kids are locked indoors’
Videos show screeching bats filling the sky. Continue reading
Bat colony now part of Saskatoon’s Mayfair neighbourhood
By Jacqueline Wilson Anchor
To some bats may seem scary, but to other they’re an important part of the ecosystem. The Mayfair neighbourhood is home to a new colony. Continue reading