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ReWild ReWild is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured native Wisconsin wildlife. ReWild, Inc. is a Wisconsin and USFWS licensed facility.

We comply with all state and federal regulations.

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different spe...
10/19/2026

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇
We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different species from all over the world!
Today’s bat is…

Giant Golden-crowned Flying Fox!
These bats are one of the largest bats in the world, with wingspans up to 6’ long! Found only in the Philippines, these gentle giants feed primarily on figs. Since they can fly nearly 25 miles per day, this makes them AMAZING seed dispersers, helping the rainforests flourish!

Golden-crowned Flying Foxes are very social animals, with roost numbers in the several thousands, whether it’s with their own species or other species of bats.
These bats are endangered, mostly due to habitat loss and poaching. When stressed, mothers will abandon their pups if their roost site is disturbed.

10/16/2026

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It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different spe...
10/16/2026

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇
We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different species from all over the world!
Today’s bat is…

👻Northern Ghost bat!👻
These bats are native to Mexico, Central America and parts of Brazil and Trinidad. They inhabit the lush tropical & coastal rainforests where there are plenty of insects for them to eat.
Northern Ghost bats have beautiful white fur - it actually functions as camouflage! Since they roost under leaves and palm fronds, the green color from the leaves reflects off the white fur, making them appear green and perfectly blended into their environment!
Though these bats are sensitive to deforestation and habitat fragmentation, they still have an overall high population number and wide geographic spread.

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different spe...
10/11/2026

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇
We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different species from all over the world!
Today’s bat is…

Spotted bat!
Native to the central/western area of North America (Rocky Mountains, northern Mexico), spotted bats are one of America’s least understood animals. They roost in high, rocky cliffsides, feeding primarily on moths in riparian habitats. Because of their reclusive nature, these bats are seldomly seen. However, these bats’ echolocation range is so low that human ears can actually pick up the frequency! Speaking of ears - these bats have the largest ears of all bats found in North America!
Spotted bats are actually solitary and territorial, so they don’t share roosts or feeding sites well with other bats.
It’s thought that these bats’ populations are doing well overall.

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different spe...
10/09/2026

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇
We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different species from all over the world!
Today’s bat is…

Ryukyu Flying Fox (Ryukyu fruit bat)!
These bats are large, with wingspans of over 4’ long. They are native to Japan, Taiwan, and parts of the Philippines, thriving in the lush rainforests.
Ryukyu flying foxes are frugivorous - meaning that they eat fruit - but they also will enjoy leaves and nectar of over 50 different plant species! The survival of rainforests depends on their pollination and seed spreading, making them very ecologically important.
Overall, these bats’ populations are in decline due to a number of threats. Habitat loss, poaching, powerline electrocution, and getting entangled in orchard nets are the biggest factors for their decline.

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different spe...
10/06/2026

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇
We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different species from all over the world!
Today’s bat is…

Rafinesque’s big-eared bat!
These bats are found throughout the southeastern United States (Virginia to Texas, and northward along the Mississippi River valley). This range mirrors the historical great cypress swamps of the US, forming a reliance on large, hollow trees for raising their pups.
Rafinesque’s big-eared bat populations have recently drastically decreased due to swamp draining, tree harvests, and habitat loss.
Thanks to their huge (adorable) ears, they are able to hunt and locate moths easier than some of their smaller-eared relatives. These ears have special ridges which help them hear the wingbeats of their prey!

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different spe...
10/02/2026

It’s October, which means it’s 🦇BAT APPRECIATION MONTH!🦇
We want to talk about some of the incredible 1,500 different species from all over the world!
Today’s bat is…

Silver-haired bat!
This is one of North America’s most common bats, found in dense forested areas, in both coniferous and deciduous habitats. In all cases, old growth forests with a high number of mature, dead trees are especially important for these species, as they rely on cavities and hollows for raising their pups.
Flies, moths, mosquitoes, beetles, crickets, and spiders are just some of the bugs on their dinner menu. They prefer to forage early in the night around forest edges. You may even see them feeding around a streetlight!
Because of their varied diet, we can thank them for controlling crop pests.

Yesterday was release day for this beautiful blue jay💙After hitting a window, this bird was found on the ground, unable ...
09/24/2026

Yesterday was release day for this beautiful blue jay💙
After hitting a window, this bird was found on the ground, unable to fly. Thankfully no broken bones, just a sore coracoid (collarbone). After a couple weeks of rest, pain relief and nutritious food, the jay was very eager to get back home!

As summer winds down, we could REALLY use your help restocking our supplies! Most of what we need can be gifted to us ri...
09/10/2026

As summer winds down, we could REALLY use your help restocking our supplies! Most of what we need can be gifted to us right from Amazon (link in comments). We can also use newspapers. Monetary donations are always welcome, too!
We cannot do the work we do, without YOU! We are so incredibly thankful for our supporters. 🙏🏻🐾🦇🦉🐦‍⬛🐿️

Please help us wish our Vice President, Zach, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 🎉 ReWild would not exist without him. From cage b...
07/16/2026

Please help us wish our Vice President, Zach, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 🎉 ReWild would not exist without him. From cage building, to handling animals, to property maintenance, to outreach, he is always behind the scenes. We hope you have a very special day!!
Zach Snobl

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