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October 2009 - Vampire Bats

Vampire Bat Vampire Bat Trivia:

A vampire bat is about the size of:

   a) Dracula
   b) Large vulture
   c) Human thumb

Correct Trivia Answer:
c) Weighing about one ounce when full grown and with a body the size of an adults thumb, vampire bats can have up to an 8 inch wing span.

To view vampire bats feeding on an unsuspecting pig watch this National Geographic video.

Bats enter houses via overhangs, eaves, unscreened vents, end construction gaps. Bats can squeeze thru holes 3/8" wide (a dime sized hole). They occasionally enter the house through chimneys open doors and windows. To prevent pests and animals from entering your home through these access points consult with a Critter Control professional.
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