ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. (ABC22/FOX44) – Halloween might bring out some scary stories about bats, but Vermont wildlife experts say these flying mammals are far from frightening.

As autumn settles in and temperatures start to drop, Vermont’s bat populations are beginning their seasonal transition. This shift marks a crucial time of the year for bat conservation, and a reminder of just how connected these creatures are to the health of our environment.

While Bat Week was chosen to coincide with Halloween, it’s about more than spooky imagery. Running from October 24–31, the event celebrates the ecological importance of bats and works to dispel myths and misinformation about them. “Bats are playing a key role in helping to eat bugs that we see as a pest,” said Alyssa Bennett, small mammal biologi

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