There are many people who are not the biggest fans of bats, but bats play a vital role in the ecosystem. Bats love eating mosquitoes, and they also play a role in pollination and seed dispersal. If you would like to invite more bats into your yard, you may want to install a bat house. Here are a few things to help you to install your bat house.
Whether you purchase a bat house or build your own, just make sure your bat house is 24 inches high and 16 inches wide. Your bat house should not contain any mesh or fabric. Place your bat house in a location that is within a quarter of a mile of a water source and in a location that receives at least six hours of sun exposure. Install your bat house on a building or a large wooden or concrete structure. Bats prefer these locations because they offer more consistent temperatures. Do not install your bat house in a tree. Bats do not like these locations because they tend to be too shaded and have a high risk of predation.
These are just a few things to keep in mind when installing your bat house.
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