BANGOR DAILY NEWS • August 5, 2021
Bats are one of the most common home invaders, and while they’re usually harmless, they’re not welcome. They create a mess of droppings and pee that emits an unpleasant aroma. If they manage to get into the living area of a home, there’s a concern they could carry rabies, a viral disease that can be transmitted to humans through a bite. Just in 2018, Midcoast Wildlife Specialists removed bats from at least 150 homes throughout Maine. Bats play an important role in the ecosystem around the world by consuming vast quantities of insects, pollinating plants and dispersing seeds. Many species are endangered or threatened. Consult a local wildlife specialist before taking bat-related matters into your own hands. If you do decide to remove bats from your home without, a great resource to learning more about this is Bat Conservation International.