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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

🦇 The next round of Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant applications are OPEN and will close at 10am, 26 October. We encourage any place of worship in England that needs assistance with their bat roost, such as managing a cleaning issue, to apply. More info: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/bui...

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🦇 Five reasons why you should come to our 'Bats and Woodland Management Course'! This is a great course for anyone involved in looking after a woodland. Takes place on 13 October at Great Windsor Park. More information and to book: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/tra...

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Michelle Parsons @mich-parsons.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Currently on the way to a hospital appointment and I want to get the litter picker out 😭 @lewisham.gov.uk Catford station.

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Lisa Worledge @battylisa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Dave Anderson’s talk on bats and underground sites at @batconservation.bsky.social #NatBatConf was excellent! We didn’t get to see all 45 minutes of two Natterer’s bats mating and there was no sound on the film, but Dave assured us the noise is rather impressive! The joy of bat conferences 🦇❤️🦇

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Crypt Echo @corinnabechko.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I’m at a community science event and there is a bat here named Radish.

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Michelle Parsons @mich-parsons.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

This was such an awesome talk! 🍚🦇

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Lisa Worledge @battylisa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Climate change has serious consequences for our wildlife. Maggie Andrews work into timing of soprano pipistrelle births (supported by #CitizenScience), shows pups are born earlier in warm weather - but non-biting midges are more abundant even earlier in warmer springs! #NatBatConf

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

In the UK, thanks to legal protection and conservation action, long-term monitoring shows that population trends for 5 bat species in Great Britain have increased and 6 remain stable since 1999. We are still a long way from recovering from historical declines, with 6 species on the national Red List

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Melanie Jackson @mjjaxn.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

"As full of spirit as the month of May, and as gorgeous as the sun in Midsummer." ~ William Shakespeare

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

🦇 May is here! Bats are fully active and feeding. Females start forming maternity colonies and looking for suitable nursery sites, such as buildings or trees. Males roost on their own or in small groups.

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Andromeda 🍙 @andromedaeris.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

I absolutely adore little libraries 🥲📚

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

🦇 Our @biggive.bsky.social campaign is now live! Every donation up to £10K will be doubled: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... . But... for one week only! Campaign closes at midday 29 April. All donations, big or small, make a difference. Donate today and share widely. #EarthRaise

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Our @biggive.bsky.social Earth Rise campaign launches tomorrow (Wednesday 22 April at 12pm). Every donation, up to £10,000, will be doubled and will go towards our "Echoes in the night - protecting bats for all" campaign donate.biggive.org/charity/0011...

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Dave A @batworker.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Arrived early for the @batconservation.bsky.social SW 🦇 Conference. PippyG left on the front of the van last night. Greater Horseshoe and Barbastelle bats using the hedgerow of the campsite is a nice bonus.

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Michelle Parsons @mich-parsons.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Bat box checks with London Bat Group was a success! We found 1 Leisler’s bat and nine Brown long-eared bats.

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Dr. Sabine Metzger 🦇 @drsabinemetzger.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

🦇 #BatsInArt #PreciousBats #BatAppreciationDay #Pekapeka #StephLusted #NewZealand Steph Lusted PEKAPEKA-TOU-ROA WITH KAIHUA Sculpture; Sterling silver, 18ct yellow gold, hand carved mother of pearl shell flowers, oak

https://stephlustedjewellery.com/products/pekapeka-tou-roa-with-kaihia

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

🦇 Happy #BatAppreciationDay! Bats matter across the UK and around the world. Bat species play a vital role in ecosystems, from agricultural land to tropical forests. They pollinate plants, disperse seeds and eat insects which damage crops. More about why bats matter: www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/w...

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Why bats matter - About Bats - Bat Conservation Trust

Bats matter across the UK and around the world. Bat species play a vital role in ecosystems, from agricultural land to tropical forests. They pollinate ...

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

We support @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social letter to the Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs asking the government to tackle the nature crisis by accelerating policies for nature recovery. www.wildlifetrusts.org/news/its-tim...

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It’s time for UK Government to accelerate policies for nature recovery | The Wildlife Trusts

MP and NGOs will join together at a parliamentary event on 15th April to urge Government to reset environmental policy to address the nature loss crisis.

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Dr. Sabine Metzger 🦇 @drsabinemetzger.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

🦇 #BatsInArt #PreciousBats #Contemporary #American #WillEskridge Will Eskridge WEIRD AIN'T WRONG Acrylic on cradled wood panel

https://www.willeskridge.com/product/weird-aint-wrong-bat-original-painting/

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Applications for the Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant close at 10am on 27th April 2026 - this is a small grant aimed at supporting places of worship who are in need of help with their bat roost. To find out more see: www.bats.org.uk/our-work/bui...

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Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant - Bats and Churches - Bat Conservation Trust

Bats have always been in churches and places of worship – there are records of this dating back many hundreds of years. Even churches built in a non-tra...

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Alberta Community Bat Program/Western Bat Program 🦇 @albertabats.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

🦇🌎A LOT of bats use trees for roosting but there are also many species that use rock outcrops, &cracks in cliffs as places to call home. Not all bat bios are rock climbers! (some are) so we get really excited when skilled climbers get on the bat conservation bandwagon. wildlife.org/rock-climber...

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Rock climbers collaborate with bat biologists to find roosts

Researchers are finding creative ways to improve knowledge about flying mammals

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🦇We’re very excited to let you know that the Bat Conservation Trust has been selected to participate in the Big Give’s Earth Raise 2026 campaign. That means that every donation up to £10,000 made to our campaign during 22 – 29 April, will be DOUBLED. More info: www.bats.org.uk/the-big-give

A graphic containing a photo of a Natterer's bat on a tree on the left hand side. On the right hand-side, in a green gradient background, text reads 'Get ready to have your donations doubled! 22-29 April - save the date'.

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BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Whether it’s a park, sports field or cemetery we want you to tell us what #birds use your local greenspace!🐦🌳 Sign up to our Birds in Greenspaces survey at www.bto.org/greenspaces Just download the app, select your greenspace and log bird records! #UKBirding #BirdingScotland #BirdingWales

Illustrated artwork by Will Rose features a greenspace scene with a pathway, pond, trees, grass, bench, and birds in the trees including Blackbird, House Sparrows and Great Spotted Woodpecker. Wording alongside reads: The Birds in Greenspaces Survey starts 1 April. Tell us what birds use your local greenspace.

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BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Last chance to apply! Join our friendly team at BTO HQ and share your passion for birds as our new Training Officer! Apply via britishtrustforornithology.postingpanda.uk/job/849533

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Unnecessary or badly designed lighting is harmful to humans and wildlife, particularly nocturnal species like #bats, as well as wasting energy. Turn off your lights for #EarthHour www.earthhour.org But also explore how to reduce light pollution all year round. www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/t...

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Join the Biggest Hour for Earth | Earth Hour

Join us again next year for Earth Hour 2026 on Saturday, 28th March at 8:30 pm your local time as we create the Biggest Hour for Earth.

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Glue traps should never be used outdoors or in and around bat roosts. They are very dangerous to bats, other wildlife and even pets, often leading to a cruel death. If you do find a bat in a sticky trap please follow the advice on our website www.bats.org.uk/advice/help-...

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Containing a bat - Bats in need of rescue - Bat Conservation Trust

If you can safely reach the bat, the next step is to contain it in a box. It may sound daunting, but it's really not that complicated! In fact, 90% of p...

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🦇Little Wing Bat Haven @littlewingbathaven.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

I just think they’re neat 💁‍♀️ #bats #🦇

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Donations support our work, which is driven by a vision of a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together. From doing scientific research to informing and educating more people about why bats conservation matters, it's only possible because of you www.bats.org.uk/support-bats...

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Donate - Support Bats - Bat Conservation Trust

Bats are magical but misunderstood mammals. They face a range of threats from persecution to habitat loss. The Bat Conservation Trust is working to secu...

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Michelle Parsons @mich-parsons.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Applications for the Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant is still open ⛪️🦇👥 If your church would benefit from a small grant to help manage bat roost-related issues, please apply! Find out more about the grant and how to apply here: shorturl.at/ArALw Applications close: 10am, 27th April 2026.

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Living Alongside Bats in Churches Grant - Bats and Churches - Bat Conservation Trust

Bats have always been in churches and places of worship – there are records of this dating back many hundreds of years. Even churches built in a non-tra...

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

🦇The first membership magazines of 2026 are going to print this week! We cannot wait for you to receive them through the post or email inbox. Here is a sneak peak of the covers 👀. Get a subscription of our magazine(s) and help bats today by becoming a member here: www.bats.org.uk/membership/s...

Screenshot of the cover of the spring 2026, issue 139 of Bat News. The cover contains a photo of Gareth Jones, a bat researcher, with his eyes closed as he is listening to the echolocation calls of a bat in his bat detector. The bat he is listening to, a ghost bat, is seen flying in the photo - an incredibly well-timed photo! The headings on the cover read: What do insect declines mean for bats? Make your roost count! Tips from BCT's Nocturnal Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Screenshot of the cover of the spring 2026, issue 125 of The Young Batworker - a magazine for the young bat enthusiast. The cover contains a photo of someone's feet in a pair of socks that have bat images on them. The caption reads: what is a pair of socks doing on the cover of YBW? Look inside to discover the answer. There is additional text in the image that reads: The Young Batworker is free to members of of the Young Batworkers' Club, the junior wing of the Bat Conservation Trust, and to BCT famıly members.

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BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Are you a skilled birder and want to help others to improve their skills? 🐦 Apply for our Training Officer role via www.bto.org/jobs The successful candidate will join the team at BTO HQ in Norfolk who deliver courses, both in person and online. Application deadline: Sunday 5 April. #Ornithology

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BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Have you signed up for our Birds in Greenspaces project yet? ➡️ www.bto.org/greenspaces Starting 1 April, we'd love to know the birds that use your local greenspaces, whether it’s a single species record or complete list, so we can discover their importance for nature and people. 🌳 🪶

An illustrated artwork of a Woodpigeon by Will Rose on a pale background. Wording alongside reads: Birds in Greenspaces. Tell BTO what birds you encounter in your local greenspace. www.bto.org/greenspaces

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Michelle Parsons @mich-parsons.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Lunchtime highlights 🐞 🐿️

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

🦇 We are recruiting a NightWatch Survey Assistant, to help bring this project to a diverse range of audiences and sacred spaces in Birmingham. This is a part-time, fixed contract. Application deadline is 9am 30 March: www.bats.org.uk/the-trust/jo... .

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NightWatch Survey Assistant - Jobs / Contracts - Bat Conservation Trust

Part-time 15hrs/week, 6 month contract, £28,860 pro rataHome-based in Birmingham area

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BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Not long to go now until the Birds in Greenspaces survey starts on 1 April! Sign up to take part at www.bto.org/greenspaces This is a UK-wide survey open to all, whether you are an experienced birder or new to nature!

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Birds in Greenspaces | BTO

About Birds in GreenspacesBirds in Greenspaces is a new, UK-wide citizen science survey of birds that use our public-access greenspaces. These spaces play many important roles for both birds and peopl...

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Bats play vital roles in the ecosystem we all rely on, beyond that it's worth remembering Sir David Attenborough's powerful words about the natural world: "It is the greatest source of so much in life that makes life worth living.” www.bats.org.uk/about-bats/w...

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Why bats matter - About Bats - Bat Conservation Trust

Bats matter across the UK and around the world. Bat species play a vital role in ecosystems, from agricultural land to tropical forests. They pollinate ...

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Michelle Parsons @mich-parsons.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Bats on a £5 or £20 would be amazing 😏 Beavers should be on the 50s 👀 @batconservation.bsky.social

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Bat Conservation Trust @batconservation.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Green Jobs For Nature, Routes Into The Sector from @cieem.bsky.social has featured our Director of Communications and Fundraising Joe Nunez Mino www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFaW...

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Routes Into The Sector: Joe Nunez Mino - Director of Communications and Fundraising

YouTube video by Green Jobs For Nature

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