Across the United States, bats face many threats that put them at severe risk of population decline. These threats include a devastating disease called white-nose syndrome, wind energy, habitat loss, and climate change.
Watch the video below to learn more about white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease that is often fatal to hibernating bats. This disease does not affect humans, livestock, or other wildlife.
Report your bat observations
Public reports of groups of bats (colonies), and sick, injured, or dead bats provide valuable information to track bat populations in Washington. Report bat colonies, sick or dead bats to help research efforts in Washington.
Found a bat? Learn how to safely move them or reach out for help from a wildlife rehabilitator.
For more information on how to remove a bat from your home or to exclude them from buildings, visit our Living with Wildlife webpage.