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Florida Declares Emergency as Cold-Stunned Bat Rescued

1/24/2025

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In Bonita Springs, Florida, a cold-stunned evening bat was rescued by the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife as frigid temperatures forced many animals into stasis. This crucial pest control ally is now on the mend. Meanwhile, Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency to protect vulnerable wildlife during this harsh winter.

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Story summary

In Bonita Springs, Florida, a cold-stunned evening bat was rescued by the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife as frigid temperatures forced many animals into stasis. This crucial pest control ally is now on the mend. Meanwhile, Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency to protect vulnerable wildlife during this harsh winter.