Sadly, hundreds of Australian flying-foxes become caught in large aperture fruit tree netting each year. Although we have had a relatively light season so far, it is always distressing to see an animal trussed up and suffering. We received a call from a local vet this morning for a bat in a box and after cutting open the box, this is what we found. This poor girl is lactating. We can't release her immediately due to her injuries and this means that her baby back at the colony will die. Please ne

25K views · 1.8K reactions | our fruit bats are Egyptian fruit bats who eat sweet and ripe fruits (like this guy who's enjoying a mango) #batrescue #wildlife #animalsanctuary #fostercare #skypuppy #fruitlover #slomo #yummy #munching #sweet #batsofinstagram | The Israeli Bat Sanctuary | Facebook

Deliciously adorable, Australian bat burritos! Won't fill your belly, but sure fills the heart! Loved this moment working with a rescued spectacled flying fox pup at the awesome Tolga Bat Hospital! The flying foxes, also known as giant fruit bats, are vital to wild Australia, but face incredible conservation challenges. Thankfully, Tolga Bat Hospital are there for the rescue! Let me know what you think. #nature #conservation #bats #australia #wildlifephotography #rainforest | Jeff Corwin