Echoes in the Dark

Capes Conversations heads into the darkness to explore the nightlife of our region's forests and caves. As the sun drops, researchers armed with acoustic monitors and bat traps take to the bush around Mammoth and Jewel caves on a delicate mission. With great care, they’re learning which microbat species are living, feeding, roosting and moving through this landscape.  The research is led by the Conservation Council of WA in partnership with Capes Foundation to better understand why these often-misunderstood animals matter - to the health of our forests, caves and the broader South West. The guests are Conservation Council of WA's Kelly Sheldrick and Capes Foundation Conservation Manager, Alysha Johnson.  Show Noteshttps://www.ausbats.org.au/bats-in-buildings-faq.html Mammoth Cave After Dark: Bat research in the Margaret River Region - Capes FoundationThanks for listening and if you've enjoyed this podcast, please share with your family and friends. It will help us to keep this show going if you leave us a review.For more inspiration on visiting the Margaret River Region follow @margaretriver on Instagram or explore www.margaretriver.com.This show was recorded at RMR 101.9FM, Margaret River Region.