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Selects: How Bats Work

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Bats: Nature's Nocturnal Wonders

This chapter explores the unique behaviors and biology of bats, highlighting their upside-down sleeping posture and the mechanics that allow them to hang effortlessly. It also delves into their ecological role as insect control agents and pollinators, while addressing the challenges they face, including threats to their populations like the white-nose fungus. Through captivating anecdotes, the chapter illustrates the fascinating complexities of bat life, their social behaviors, and their importance in both ecosystems and agriculture.

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