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Female Bats Soar 238 Miles Using Storm Fronts

1/7/2025

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Female common noctule bats are remarkable travelers, utilizing storm fronts to embark on incredible spring migrations. Research from the Max Planck Institute shows these bats can soar up to 383 kilometers (238 miles) in a single night, harnessing warm tailwinds to save energy as they journey back to their maternity colonies after a long winter's hibernation.

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Female common noctule bats are remarkable travelers, utilizing storm fronts to embark on incredible spring migrations. Research from the Max Planck Institute shows these bats can soar up to 383 kilometers (238 miles) in a single night, harnessing warm tailwinds to save energy as they journey back to their maternity colonies after a long winter's hibernation.