Wildlife

UK Greater Horseshoe Bat Summer Welfare

Greater horseshoe bat maternity colonies have specific summer welfare requirements around roost temperature, humidity, and food availability.

Key Facts

Scientific evidence guides best practice in this welfare area
Welfare improvements are achievable at reasonable cost
Public awareness and consumer choice drive positive welfare change
Every informed person strengthens the animal welfare movement

Welfare Considerations

Individual greater horseshoe bat welfare during the summer maternity period depends on appropriate roost temperature stability, abundant large insect prey, and undisturbed roosting conditions during the sensitive maternity period.

What You Can Do

Learn more about this welfare topic from scientific sources
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