Humane Bat Removal Western Massachusetts

There are two different species of bats we deal with the big brown bat and little brown bat. the most common species we deal with in Massachusetts in the big brown bat. 

Bats are a protected species in the US. So the only method should be used in their control is evictions and bat proofing a structure.  In New England bats can only be evicted during the spring season April - May and again August -September. June and July bats are giving birth and all eviction are pit on hold until August. 

A detailed inspection must be done to assess how the bats may be using your home. Once we have determined how many main and secondary entry location must be sealed we can provide an accurate estimate for the work. If all possible entries are sealed and one way doors installed over main entry locations the bats will exit as they do every night and will not be abler to get back in. At this point your home will be bat proofed.   Often times bats may enter a living space. IF so, we offer 24/7 emergency service for when these times arrive. Timing is of the essence and keeping an eye on the bat so not lose them is really important. Bats can hide very easily and live within a living space for 2 weeks non problem. which opens you, your family, and pets to a potential health risk. 

 Big brown bats (Eptesicus fuscus) are considered "large" for an American bat. They have brown to glossy copper-colored fur on their back with the belly fur being lighter. Their ears are small, rounded and black in color as are their wing membranes and tail. Their lips are fleshy and their nose is broad for the size of their face. 

 Female big brown bats form nursery colonies to rear young. The size of these colonies can vary, but usually fall within the range of 20 to 300 animals. Bachelors roost alone or in small groups during this time. Big brown bats mate during the fall and winter before they go into hibernation, but the female does not become pregnant until the spring as she stores the sperm during hibernation. In late May or early June she gives birth to one or two pups. The babies are born blind, with no fur and completely depend on their mother for nourishment. They grow quickly and are able to fly within a month to six weeks. 

Big brown bats can live up to 18-20 years in the wild. Unfortunately most big brown bats die during their first winter because they did not store enough fat to survive through their entire hibernation period.