Five Indiana Bats Found in NC | Fayetteville News

Big news for bat lovers in western North Carolina—researchers found five female Indiana bats in the Nantahala National Forest, the first sighting in the state since 2015. These federally endangered bats, crucial for bug control and ecosystem health, are under threat from White-Nose Syndrome, a deadly fungus that’s wiped out over 90% of some populations since 2018. The discovery, including tracking two to a roost in a dead tree, offers a rare glimmer of hope and signals the need for continued monitoring to protect this vital species. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a01339ae5201585f