Halloween prompts bat school

‘TIS the season of bats and witches, jack-o-lanterns and goblins.
With shops stocking up on all things Halloween, what better time to educate people about native bats and flying foxes?
Warwick Wildlife Care and Rescue president Cathi Kelly said the group thought the festivities presented a great opportunity to present another free information session for Warwick residents on bats and flying foxes.
“The flying foxes are coming back – and we already have resident black bat colonies in Warwick,” Ms Kelly said.
“We thought with the Halloween decorations hitting the stores, now might be a good time to share some relevant information with the Warwick Community on living with flying foxes.”
The group has already done three flying fox rescues since September. “And they were all Little Reds”, said Ms Kelly.
The purpose of the free information session is to answer Warwick residents’ questions in an informal Q&A setting.
“It won’t be a lecture – just an opportunity for members of the public to learn more about flying foxes and bats in a no-nonsense, no-hype atmosphere,” Ms Kelly said.
“We really just want to assure residents that while you should always be cautious, there’s no need for panic when it comes to these important members of our local biodiversity.
“This is a great opportunity for Warwick residents to hopefully have their fears put to rest.”
Meet at the Rotunda in Leslie Park on Friday 1 November at 5.30pm with a blanket/chair and picnic or nibbles.