1. Answer the following questions. Bat Science Resources

a. Why are bats considered nature’s best bug control?

b. What is the most endangered land mammal in North America?

c. What do bats eat? (additional information - The Diet of a Bat)

d. How do bats find their food?

e. What makes bats unique among other mammals?

2. What is echolocation? Bat Science Resources

3. Draw a diagram which explains echolocation. Bat Science Resources

4. Draw a picture of a bat and label its body parts. Bat Science Resources

5. Answer the nine questions at the top of the link. Bats, Bats Everywhere!

6. Visit a bat cave. Into the Bat Cave Write five observations.

7. View the Discovery channel bat slide show. Write five observations.

8. List five myths associated with bats.

9. Describe the problem that the Indiana bat is having. Offer one suggestion to help.

10. What is the battiest state in the United States? List one fact associated with bats in that state.

Bonus: List 5 ways bats have contributed to the quality of life in Guano.

When you finish, visit the game page. Have fun!

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