Bats play a vital role in healthy ecosystems, but many bat populations are struggling. They are essential to a healthy ecosystem, as they eat insects that are pests to trees, crops, and humans. Most bats use trees as their daytime roosts during spring, summer, and fall. If you have good places for bats to hunt for food, how do you attract them to roost in forests? Learn what makes good natural and artificial roost habitats for bats and other ways to overcome the challenges they face and support your local bat populations.
This presentation is hosted by the Illinois Forestry Association. The session will be recorded and made available online for viewing at a later date. This session is approved for 1 Category 1 SAF CFE credit.
Presenter: Joy O'Keefe, Associate Professor and Wildlife Extension Specialist
