Western red bat release
![A gloved finger gently moves toward a small bat, lying wings folded on a gloved hand, prompting the bat to fly away.](https://d9-wret.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/assets/palladium/production/s3fs-public/styles/full_width/public/thumbnails/image/2017.10.16_WesternRedBatReleaseGIF.gif?itok=lF9_6h5a)
Detailed Description
Like most wild animals, bats often don't appreciate being handled for research purposes. However when holding bats after handling and examination, they often appreciate the warmth and need a little push to go. This Western red bat (Lasiurus blossevillii) was captured during USGS WERC research to learn more about the ecology, distribution, and movement patterns of western bats.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.