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Post pictures and audio files, ask and answer questions, discuss best practices, or simply chat about your favorite bat. The community forum connects students, experts, and professionals to create effective learning and working environments. 

Injured, sick, or lost bats are often found and need transportation to a certified wildlife rehabilitation center. Rehabilitation Centers often need help from volunteers or students. Students and professionals are often looking for equipment or opportunities to learn and train. NYBat.org provides a network hub of volunteers, bat drivers, and rehabilitation facilities that can work together swiftly to ensure the best care for bats in need. 

The NYDEC and USFWS requires bat surveys for new developments that may affect Threatened or Endangered bat species. Find current information on State and Federal listing status as well as survey guidelines, work plan forms and examples, and a basic run-down of the permitting process.  

There are 13 bat species known to reside throughout New York and more may be on their way. Many bats roost in trees while others prefer rock walls or even built structures in urban areas. Learn more about our resident bats, the habitats they require to thrive, and how you can help be a part of their success. 

Several states in the northeast are requiring acoustic and other bat survey data be uploaded to the national database at NABat. This Partner Portal offers an efficient and straight forward way to upload and catalogue project data.