914
Artificial Refugium rule
(slrpnk.net)
you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments
view the rest of the comments
this post was submitted on 25 May 2024
914 points (100.0% liked)
196
16985 readers
1496 users here now
Be sure to follow the rule before you head out.
Rule: You must post before you leave.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us on our matrix channel.
founded 2 years ago
MODERATORS
It's important to build the right kind of roost for the bats in your area
Check https://www.batcon.org/ for guidance and inspiration
This is very true. Artificial refugia can act as animal traps by encouraging predators to exploit them, or by promoting desired animal use, but exposing them to thermal extremes.
https://conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/csp2.204
Poked through the site a bit and found the direct link to the Bat House Builder's Handbook for anyone else interested!