EcoTalk: Florida Bats!

An environmental educator dismantles common myths surrounding nocturnal mammals during this ecological lecture at the Selby Library. The presentation focuses specifically on the native bat species that inhabit the Florida Gulf Coast, outlining their critical biological role in local mosquito and agricultural pest control. Attendees learn about the complex echolocation techniques these flying mammals use to hunt and the environmental pressures currently threatening their roosting habitats. The session provides clear, scientific facts to replace cultural fears, offering practical advice on how homeowners can safely install bat houses to encourage these highly beneficial predators.