Why You Shouldn’t Fear Bats Historically, bats have been cast as terrifying night stalkers. This, however, is a misleading portrayal. “I’ve personally noticed,” says Erin Cord, community engagement ...

Local bat populations are getting attention in the Phoenix area due to a recent mosquito surge ahead of Halloween.

Bats love to munch on insects like stink bugs and moths. Some farmers are now relying on the mammals for pest control – and ...

Bats have earned the reputation as a type of naturally-existing mosquito population control in some parts of the world because they love snacking on these annoying insects. On the other hand, there ...

Scientists filmed bats to see how they communicate while swarming. They found a surprise: In urban settings, rats attack bats ...

Bats, often misunderstood due to their spooky reputation and association with rabies, are one of nature's most helpful ...

About 14 percent of bats that contact people or pets in LA County test positive for rabies, with cases peaking in late summer ...