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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1986
Page
14
Bats are the only flying mammals with hair not feathers. They nurse their young and give birth to live babies. Found nearly worldwide except deserts and polar regions, there are about 1000 species with sizes from bee‑tiny to six feet wingspan and over two pounds. Some live up to 30 years and are active at night. They migrate seasonally or hibernate, causing heart rates to drop from 400 to 25 bpm.
Bats predominantly roost in caves but also use hollow trees buildings nests and banana leaves. They feed mainly on insects though some species eat fish lizards and frogs with a tiny fraction drinking blood. Bat scat aids tropical forest seed dispersal and regeneration.
Bats face threats from fear and persecution while humans destroy caves and forests. Some cultures consume bats and others poison them through pesticide use. The Mini Page by Betty Debnam explains their important ecological role and why they should be protected.
Many children visit Rookie Cookie’s home for Halloween seeking candy and saying thank you. The scene highlights friendly seasonal activity and community manners.
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