Bats are small, flying mammals, most weighing less than one ounce. All Illinois bats eat insects. They are active in the warmer months and roost (rest) in trees, caves, under bridges, and in attics while raising their pups. As cool weather sets in, Illinois bats must either migrate to warmer areas or hibernate.
WHAT BATS ARE PROTECTED IN ILLINOIS?
All Illinois bats are protected under the Wildlife Code (520 ILCS 5/1.1). Bats may not be shot, trapped, transported, or held in confinement except when a bat is found in an area where they may have contact with humans or domestic pets.
WHAT BATS ARE PROTECTED IN ILLINOIS?
All Illinois bats are protected under the Wildlife Code (520 ILCS 5/1.1). Bats may not be shot, trapped, transported, or held in confinement except when a bat is found in an area where they may have contact with humans or domestic pets.
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Bats and Bat Exclusion:
https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/environmental-health-protection/structural-pest-control/bats-exclusion.html
https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/environmental-health-protection/structural-pest-control/bats-exclusion.html
Rabies:
https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/diseases-a-z-list/rabies.html
https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/diseases-a-z-list/rabies.html
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