General: Bats are specially protected mammals by the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act 

Colour: Varies; black, dark brown

Commonly found: In corners of walls, attics, chimneys; hollows of trees, caves

1.

What should I know about bats?

• Bats are the only true flying mammals.

• Bats typically have poor vision, they orient themselves using sonar-like echo-location system.

• Their erratic flight pattern is related to their pursuit of insects upon which they feed.

• With deforestation, bats lost some of their natural roosting sites.

2.

Health risks associated with bats?​

• Bats are known to be carriers of parasites, Bat bug Cimex pilosellus and lectularius.

• Although cases of bats affected by rabies is very low in Ontario, if you are bitten or scratched by a rabid bat, seek immediate medical attention.

• Inhalation of dusty bat droppings can cause exposure to histoplasmosis.

3.

How do bats impact my property?

• Odors from bat urine, droppings (guano) and noise they make in attic can be bothersome.

• Moisture from their droppings can stain the plaster in the ceiling and walls, in some situations.

• They can crawl into rooms through cervices in chimneys, attics, along pipe entrances, or from wall voids that leads to basement.

4.

How can I prevent bats from invading?

• Block all small gaps and entrances, make sure all doors and windows fit tightly.

• It may be possible to make them feel unwelcome by altering attic conditions, i.e. install lights that are left on 24 hrs during their occupation.

• Ask our licensed pest control professional for help!