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Bats in sanctuary #879218

Asked July 29, 2024, 11:19 AM EDT

Good Morning! Have been assigned the task of locating proper equipment to deter bats from entering our church sanctuary. Trinity Episcopal Church of Marshall, MI as I am on the Buildings & Grounds Committee. Sanctuary is approx 9,000 sq. We have a bell tower as well. Greatly appreciate your assistance. Thank you. Becky

Calhoun County Michigan

Expert Response

Good afternoon and thank you for reaching out.  Unfortunately our two faculty members with bat expertise have retired.  I'm going to recommend you connect with the Michigan DNR.  They have some resources as well as some experts from what I can find:
https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/education/michigan-species/mammals/bats

Best wishes,
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