Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of bats. The Bat Conservation Foundation teaches you everything you need to know about the secret queens of the night and introduces you to the Swiss bat species.
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Images: We show you pictures of all 30 Swiss bat species. Be impressed by the fantastic aerial photographs and charming portraits.
Ultrasound: A bat calls on the hunt for humans inaudible high. We have made these calls for you with special equipment audible. Experience the hidden "sound world" our bats.
Types: Every third wild mammal species in this country is a bat species, in total there are 30 different types. We put you in front by means of a wanted poster. Find out about size, shelters, hunting habitats, food, hazard and occurrence.
Biology: Bats devour tons of insects, they orient themselves in complete darkness with ultrasonic calls, they can reduce the heart rate of about 1,000 to less than a dozen beats per minute and it can be over 40 years old. The biology of our bats fascinated mankind since ancient times - let yourself be carried away.
We hope you enjoy!
Your Bat Conservation Foundation