What Happens to Bats in the Pacific Northwest Winter?

<p>Some bat species will migrate long distances in the fall to warmer climates where insects are more plentiful. In the Pacific Northwest, the hoary bat (<em>Lasiurus cinereus</em>) is known for its long-distance travels; in one study this species was found to fly more than 1,000 km during its migration. Not much is known on the migratory behavior of these bats such as where they end up spending their winters, but we do know that their migration path crosses into areas where wind energy is being developed. Across the country, hoary bats have been found dead at wind energy facilities. Luckily, many researchers are working with the wind energy industry to find ways to eliminate or reduce the number of deaths of these migratory bats.</p> <p><a href="https://usfws.medium.com/what-happens-to-bats-in-the-pacific-northwest-winter-5c47b4ed2827"><strong>Website</strong></a></p>