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White-Nose Fungus Threatens Oregon Bats; Solutions Under Study

11/1/2025

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White-nose syndrome fungus was found in guano at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, threatening Oregon bats.
Beth Ward of Oregon State University says no bats show symptoms yet, but the fungus could disrupt ecosystems.
In New York, a maternity colony of tricolored bats is protected because climate may aid their survival.
Researchers test prevention methods, including UV disinfection and vaccines.

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Story summary

White-nose syndrome fungus was found in guano at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, threatening Oregon bats.
Beth Ward of Oregon State University says no bats show symptoms yet, but the fungus could disrupt ecosystems.
In New York, a maternity colony of tricolored bats is protected because climate may aid their survival.
Researchers test prevention methods, including UV disinfection and vaccines.