Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight and they have radiated into almost every habitat on earth. They are responsible for eating millions of night-flying insects, dispersing seeds in rain forests, and pollinating plants in deserts. Their great diversity of feeding strategies is a testament to the adaptability of these nocturnal animals.

During her evening lecture, Cullen Geiselman, PhD will give a brief summary of the world's 1,400+ bat species, their habitats, and life histories, dispel common bat myths as well as discuss the 11 bat species found in the Houston area. Afterwards, we will go on a "bat walk" at an Audubon sanctuary or even in your neighborhood to spotlight and detect bats using an ultrasonic bat detector. Alternatively, we can visit Waugh Street Bridge over Buffalo Bayou, the home of 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats that emerge at dusk to feed on insects over the greater Houston area.

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