Wild Wise: Furry Fliers (Bats)

Furry, fascinating and full of surprises! Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight, but their remarkable abilities don't stop there. Are bats really blind? How do they hang upside down without falling? And just how many insects can a little bat eat in one night? In this interactive Wild Wise presentation, students explore the fascinating adaptations, behaviours and ecological importance of bats through songs, movement, animal sounds, hands-on biofacts and real wildlife stories. They'll discover how bats navigate in the dark using echolocation, why these nocturnal insect-eaters are so important to healthy ecosystems and what makes Alberta's bat species so unique. Along the way, we'll bust common bat myths, explore the challenges bats face, including habitat loss and white-nose syndrome, and learn how we can safely coexist with and protect these remarkable flying mammals. Perfect for Kindergarten to Grade 6, this program encourages students to look beyond the spooky stereotypes and appreciate the incredible bats living right here in Alberta!