White-nose syndrome is a nightmare, almost literally, for hibernating bats. The fungus that causes white-nose syndrome stressing bats out and speeds their metabolism so that they wake up hungry and low on energy, and with itchy, irritated skin. Infected bats might leave their hibernacula in search of food that just isn’t available in the middle […]
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Citizen Scientist of the Month: Batman Logan Parker
Meet Logan Parker of Belgrade Lakes. Logan is the Engagement Coordinator for Maine Lakes Resource Center and has spent innumerable hours helping bats and studying White Nose Syndrome. Read on for Logan’s profile. – Doug The following article appears in the fall issue of Habitat, Maine Audubon’s member newsletter. Interested in receiving Habitat in the […]
In the Community � October and Bats
Bats are an important part of the ecosystem in Maine. With Halloween around the corner, it is a great time to learn about our local bats and why we should be scared for, not scared of, them. Listen: MPBN:�Feds Propose Listing Bat as Endangered A species of bat native to Maine may be going on […]
Media Release: Maine Audubon Seeks Information on Bat Colony Locations throughout State
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release June 13, 2013 Contact: Michelle Smith,�Communications & Marketing Manager msmith@maineaudubon.org (207) 781-2330 x209 Mobile: (207) 838-0511 Maine Audubon Seeks Information on Bat Colony Locations throughout State �White Nose Syndrome� continues to impact Maine bat populations� Statewide � Longer days, warmer weather and blooming gardens are sure signs of the coming […]