Despite Their ‘Bad Rap,’ Bats Can Help Farmers

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By Cristen Hemingway JaynesApr 17, 2024, 6:42 pm219 pts
April 17 is International Bat Appreciation Day! In celebration of these sometimes unsung nocturnal pollinators, a new study has demonstrated how bats can be allies of agriculture, as they feed on important crop “pests.” The researchers found that encouraging bats can be beneficial for conservation efforts,…

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