New protocol for responsible bat surveys in sea caves!

We're excited to share our Low-Impact Bat Survey Protocol for Sea Caves, designed especially for eco-visitors, researchers, and citizen scientists!

This easy-to-follow guide helps ensure that our visits to these fragile habitats are safe for bats and meaningful for conservation. With small group sizes, limited lighting, and a focus on silent observation, we aim to protect sensitive roosting colonies while still learning from them.

What it includes:
✔️ Max visit time of 30 mins
✔️ Group size of 4 or fewer
✔️ One red/amber light only
✔️ No flash photography
✔️ No touching or disturbing bats
✔️ Slow, silent entry and exit
✔️ Emphasis on education and ethics

​We've also created a beautiful A3 poster version for field use and education, available to download and print!
Let’s explore respectfully and protect these nighttime navigators
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