Blind as a Bat! How Bats See Without Eyes

by Dilma Attidekou, age 8

Bats are animals with big furry ears. There are several interesting facts about these nocturnal creatures.

Some bats eat insects, spiders, and scorpions, while other bats eat fruits. A lot of bat species are meat-eaters, which means they eat small animals like sleeping birds, tree frogs, and shrews. Some bats catch fish when they are hunting during the night. Vampire bats, on the other hand, eat a little differently from other bats. They feed on the blood of their prey.

Bats can be found in the southwestern region of the United States, but especially in warm climates like rainforests or jungles. They usually like to sleep in places like caves and trees.

Bats have poor vision, therefore they use echolocation to catch food. They rely on sound waves and their excellent hearing.

Bats are great animals! These creatures can eat a variety of things and love warm habitats. They use unique skills such as echolocation to navigate their surroundings. Bats are a fun species that have amazing abilities.

[Sources: Britannicap; Encyclopedia; Animals Book]