Even though bats sometimes spread diseases to people, they are able to peacefully coexist with humans and provide us with many benefits.
Worldwide, bats are a major predator of night-flying insects, including pests that cost farmers billions of dollars annually. Throughout the tropics, seed dispersal and pollination activities by bats are vital to rain forest survival. In addition, studies of bats have contributed to medical advances including the development of navigational aids for the blind. Unfortunately, many local populations of bats have been destroyed and many species are now endangered.
The best protection we can offer these unique animals is to learn more about their habits and recognize the value of living safely with them.
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Even though bats sometimes spread diseases to people, they are able
to peacefully coexist with humans and provide us with many
benefits. Worldwide, bats are a major predator of night-flying
insects, including pests that cost farmers billions...
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Even though bats sometimes spread diseases to people, they are able to peacefully coexist with humans and provide us with many benefits.
