Need information on this bat

arthur brode says on Feb 6, 2007, 10:21:

Save him Poco! We can use him for your S&M Dungeon! .

http://www.calirentals.net/

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morphus says on Feb 6, 2007, 10:30:

Its a fruit bat so try some fruit. Masticate some mangos, figs and other fruits. Flowers are also a big part of their diet.

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cali373 says on Feb 6, 2007, 10:36:

Just don't feed it a typical american diet or else it will go into immediate cardiac arrest. Why not ask some of the locals?

Smile if you are a thinker!

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DocBob says on Feb 6, 2007, 11:18:

Found it during night or day? If you found it during the day, be careful. It may be sick or even have rabies.

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poco says on Feb 6, 2007, 11:31:

Probably a female - don't ask me why I guessed this if you want go out tonight and run as fast as you can through the street light with your mouth open

Ha, ha,


I GOGGLED but I'm on a SLOW connection,, not a very pleasant experience.

One site said MOTHER BATS have one or two babies (if only humans could do the same),, Oh,, I digress,, if the mother is "surprised" she might "drop" the baby. I'd guess that is what happened because the baby was on the sidewalk under a group of LARGE, Tall trees.

Tbe little sucker has a strong grip. It was difficult transfering him to the inside of the clothes hamper lid.

"When you men get home and face an anti-war protester, look him in the eyes and shake his hand. Then, wink at his girlfriend, because she knows she's dating a pussy." Quote - General Tommy Franks

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poco says on Feb 6, 2007, 11:42:

I don't think it is full grown. The bat in that photo is a fully growed Bumblebee bat

I have some bats "hanging around the house". The girl I'm with HATES the bats but they don't bother me,, unless one hangs out above the bed.

This is a picture of the bats,, and not a good photo,, I took MANY photos but something about the auto focus,, or maybe they are vampire bats,, you know,, can't be seen in a mirror ? or correctly focused upon with my cola cam ?

I thought this was ONE BAT. Nope,,, two and the only two on the ceiling of the house and there were REALLY CLOSE. Tends to make me think this is a male and female. They were hanging out in the light. Probably arrecho ?

"When you men get home and face an anti-war protester, look him in the eyes and shake his hand. Then, wink at his girlfriend, because she knows she's dating a pussy." Quote - General Tommy Franks

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podborski says on Feb 6, 2007, 11:53:

I recommend rabies vaccination before you spend too much time with bats anywhere in SA. My doc said I should get the vaccination if I would be around them. Costs $400, so I said maybe later.

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morphus says on Feb 6, 2007, 12:13:

How do I know its a fruit bat? I seen them in the trees eating fruit.

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poco says on Feb 6, 2007, 17:39:

Bat seems to be better Crushed some papaya and mixed it with cows milk. Feed it with a soaked Q-Tip. The bat licked the mixture off its ugly nose.

Rabies,, hummm, I don't think it has teeth. The bat is about the size of regular sized spoon.

This photo was taken before it ate. It hangs a little better now. Still, I think it is a goner.

"When you men get home and face an anti-war protester, look him in the eyes and shake his hand. Then, wink at his girlfriend, because she knows she's dating a pussy." Quote - General Tommy Franks

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morphus says on Feb 6, 2007, 19:14:

Good job!
Good job!

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Lisa Zee says on Feb 6, 2007, 21:19:

So cute! I know some in the pacific, like JUANCHACO Valle. we used to have a house there, actually in LADRILLEROS, and we had to sleep with a lantern on. They like blooooood. The bats would nibble on your toes and ears. But this one is so small and cute. Does it have a name?. I hope it makes it.

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podborski says on Feb 7, 2007, 06:12:

cute little critter I doubt you have to worry about getting rabies from him, but those other ones you took pics of might be a risk.

My doc showed me a map of where rabies was known to be in Colombia, it wasn't all over, just certain areas near the borders if i recall. no idea if you are in a bad area or not, but I'm a worrier, i'd ask about it.

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poco says on Feb 7, 2007, 17:06:

The bat seems to be doing better The little critter must be tough. The tree it fell out of is over 60 feet tall. I found him on the sidewalk so there might be internal injuries. I doubt he did any "gliding".



I made him a "bat house" out of a jewelry box, some leaves and shredded paper. He seemed to like the leaves. Plus, the bat seems like laying flat on his stomach.

I took him into town inside his "bat house". As suspected, no one knew anything about baby bats. The bat drew quite a crowd. I thought it might be a month old but folks thought it was only a week.

The recommendation was powdered milk with a vitamin supplement. I soaked a Q-Tip, stuck it near his face, actually put some liquid ON HIS FACE.

The bat LOVED it !!! If the Q-Tip was a peach it wouldn’t have any fuzz.

"When you men get home and face an anti-war protester, look him in the eyes and shake his hand. Then, wink at his girlfriend, because she knows she's dating a pussy." Quote - General Tommy Franks

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goin_south says on Feb 7, 2007, 21:09:

I think you should give him/her a name: like, maybe: The Louiville Slugger

cm_stfu!

Where do we go from here?

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goin_south says on Feb 7, 2007, 21:10:

sleeping with bats nibbling on your toes??? dat be gross, Lisa Zeeeeeee!

cm_stfu!

Where do we go from here?

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ACBlessing says on Feb 7, 2007, 21:29:

They taste just like chicken! A l e x B l e s s i n g, Florida, USA, via Bogota
alex (at) acblessing (dot) com
http://www.colombia.acblessing.com
Comcel # avail via email

Just plain poor

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goin_south says on Feb 7, 2007, 22:12:

LISA's TOES???? (lisa, it wasn't a bat; it was ACBlessing!)

cm_stfu!

Where do we go from here?

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adrimm says on Feb 8, 2007, 00:23:

Adorable I found the website of a bat researcher in panama:

http://www.stri.org/english/scientific_staff/staff_scientist/scientist.php?id=18

Someone at the Von Humboldt institution might be able to connect you with a local expert http://www.humboldt.org.co/humboldt/mostrarpagina.php?codpage=2000

Also maybe try contacting a local zoo? I've hear that Cali has a zoo.. or maybe the Botanical gardens in Bogota can hook you up with an expert?

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kat1 (Moderator) says on Feb 8, 2007, 03:18:

Careful Poco, it will grow into a vampire and will suck your blood.

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arthur brode says on Feb 8, 2007, 05:21:

Try a "Consultorio Veterinario" They sell liquid multi vitamins for Pets.I use these for my Conejo.A bottle cost like 6,000 pesos.

http://www.calirentals.net/

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Lisa Zee says on Feb 8, 2007, 21:32:

Galecito, eres muy gracioso. Yes they like ears and toes, usually whatever skin is exposed. I sow few people bleeding in the morning, and they love to bite the VACAS Y CABALLOS. There in the pacific, is a jungle out there! (for real).

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Lisa Zee says on Feb 8, 2007, 21:37:

Poco Try soaking the milk in a peace of bred, he might get some Cotton from the Q-tip. How about naming it POQUITO, Poco, Poquito, get it?!LOL

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goin_south says on Feb 8, 2007, 21:48:

Lisa: Louiville Slugger! (did you 'get it'?) "usually whatever skin is exposed"....man, I would just be like.... sleeping under all the covers! o adentro la piel de mi amante!

cm_stfu!

Where do we go from here?

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Lisa Zee says on Feb 8, 2007, 21:55:

Ohhhh Do you know what you are saying??? Wow, you better go home to your girl pronto!. And I like POQUITO. Hey this is not a Gringito bat, is a Colombianito and Poco is its dad!

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goin_south says on Feb 8, 2007, 23:09:

I know. And, so do you.
(come on; I even asked alta if she knew what I was saying, and she agreed.) I said exactly what I meant.
I don't know about going home to her, but hoping she'll be here with me soon!

cm_stfu!

Where do we go from here?

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poco says on Feb 15, 2007, 08:33:

Good advice he might get some Cotton from the Q-tip

The bat has teeth,, I guess, because he sunk them onto a strand of cotton. Had to pull it out of his mouth. Ha, biting the tit that feeds it !!

D.A.S. wouldn’t let me stay in Colombia. Saving bats is not high on their priority list. I’m back in the U.S. and it took a while to get a new internet connection. A FAT PIPE to the internet. Humm, yesterday the speed was over 4 Megabits,,,, today::

Communications 3 megabits per second
Storage 361.2 kilobytes per second
1MB file download 2.8 seconds

Guess everyone is using the internet to watch Bernanke listen to clueless folks in congress ask him clueless questions and make speeches that highlight their cluelessness.

I digress:

I now use an eye dropper and remove the cotton from the stick,, or at least that was the idea before I left Colombia. The girl is not fond of the bat. I suppose the 1,450 pesos I spent on baby food seemed a little “over the top”.

Getting ready for a lick.



I constructed a BAT HOUSE (Casa de Murcielago)

The main house



The main house with exercise area.



Finished house – Minus hinged top

"When you men get home and face an anti-war protester, look him in the eyes and shake his hand. Then, wink at his girlfriend, because she knows she's dating a pussy." Quote - General Tommy Franks

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poco says on Feb 15, 2007, 09:22:

Talking about high tech !!! Glad to hear the bat's still alive...are you dropping the girl if the bat dies?

Nope,, that would be similar to cutting off your NOSE,, to spite your face. However, I may withhold sex when I return.

I've started to accummulate some "specialized" tools to construct Guadua bar stools.

The kitchen cabinets have a HIGH TECH,, super modern, PULLOUT_FORMICA LINED_ROLLER BEARING GLIDE HINGED,,,, TRASH DRAWER !!!! WoW,, only the rich can acquire such FINE craftsmanship,,



PS: Notice the Styrofoam cups in the adjacent cabinet. These have become almost a necessity of life.

LIVING HIGH ON THE HOG

"When you men get home and face an anti-war protester, look him in the eyes and shake his hand. Then, wink at his girlfriend, because she knows she's dating a pussy." Quote - General Tommy Franks

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Lisa Zee says on Feb 15, 2007, 09:44:

Poco you are too much!!! I am so glad to know that 'Poquito' still alive!. I admire all that effort and dedication.
When are you going back?. Let's hope she takes good care of it after all you have done. It would be so sad if he does not make it.

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adrimm says on Feb 15, 2007, 22:04:

wouldn't it be easier for both you if she took it to a wildlife rehab place or the zoo?

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Lisa Zee says on Feb 16, 2007, 09:53:

ESTA NOCHE VENDRA UN 'MURCIELAG0' NOS DESNARISOREJARA Y SE IRA!

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webmanco says on Feb 26, 2007, 04:19:

The word with the five vowels a-e-i-o-u El burro sabe más que tu.

...A yo, déjenme queto y no me jodan má! ...

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