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Time to talk bats. Don’t worry! We’re not jumping to Halloween already; we’ll leave that to the retail industry. We want to discuss the bats that have been out all summer scaring some and amazing others.
Bats are beneficial to people and the environment by feeding on night-flying insects (including mosquitos) and pollinating plants and trees. Unfortunately, bats can carry rabies, so it is best to avoid contact with them and if contact does happen, know what to do. When it comes to bats, here are some safety tips.
