
Little Brown Myotis, Myotis lucifugus
Photo: Vermont Fish & Wildlife
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Many BC bats find roosts and shelters in tree cavities, crevices, exfoliating bark, or foliage, typically selecting the largest available old-growth trees and snags. Most bat species move frequently among several roosts to adjust for seasonal changes in weather and in response to disturbances.
When foraging or traveling, bats prefer to fly along habitat edges, with most activity concentrated in wetlands, riparian zones, or within natural openings in forested areas.
An estimated 12 of BC’s 15 species occur here. Swipe through the field guide, tap the on a photo for credits.
Species ranges are approximate. See the full field guide to BC’s bats →
Whether you’ve found a bat, have a colony in a building, or want to join the Annual Bat Count, your local program can help.