Bat night returns

Naracoorte Caves to host unique event this month

The Limestone Coast Landscape Board is excited to announce that Bat Night is back at the end of March to celebrate the Naracoorte Caves – National Parks, Park of the Month.

This special event will be held in the Bat Observation Centre where local bat expert Nicola Bail will discuss all things bat related.

Attendees will have a chance to catch a glimpse into the world of the critically endangered Southern Bent-wing bat via infrared camera.

At this time of the year, baby bats born in November and December have started to fly.

They are transitioning from mother’s milk to moths and begin leaving the cave.

At twilight, thousands of bats, including the young, fly out into the night.

Nicola has been studying bats for four years and has recently relocated to the area to be closer to the Southern Bent-wing bat to continue her research.

“The Southern Bent-wing bat is a fascinating creature. Being able to support this event and share my knowledge with the public is very exciting,” Nicola said.

This is a really spectacular and rare opportunity to see bats in their natural habitat, and the Limestone Coast Landscape Board are excited to be able to share the experience with the community.

This is a free, family friendly event. A sausage sizzle will be held after the bat centre discussion.

“Let’s chat bats” will be held on Friday 31 March 5.30pm at Naracoorte Caves.

To register for this event please visit www.eventbrite.com.au