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Any bat researcher working in the tropics knows that it takes a village to conduct a field survey. Equipment like harp traps, triple high, and other bat-prepping items, camping gear and food, need to be carried. The research team cannot move all of the equipment into the field and that is where my ‘uncelebrated heroes’ come in.

Bats are misunderstood animals. Many beliefs about them are based on fear, not science. We will look at some of the most common myths about bats and share facts to help us see them differently.

Protected areas are important biodiversity hotspots and play a great role in conserving wildlife. On June 26, SMACON, in partnership with the National Park Service Nigeria, pre-launched the Park Biodiversity Observation Network, Park-BON. Park-BON complements ongoing efforts by introducing acoustic tools that help us understand species that are often missed in visual surveys, such as birds, bats, and insects.