There’s so much more to talk about here! Definitely feel free to sound off in the comments about your love for bats and head to the description for a PILE of links to fascinating studies and articles that offer a deeper dive on some of the specifics. The jury is still out on whether bats carry more diseases than other mammals or if there are just many species of bats. There are around 1,400 types of bats in the world - that’s about 20% of ALL mammalian diversity. A paper published in 2021 found that the amount of viruses that bats carry is proportional to the diverse range of species: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7909788/. Thanks for watching! -Kim
So interesting! Bats are really survivors! Our crew got on camera a bat that lives literally inside a carnivorous plant, and it's all good! So fascinating
I think so , even if the virus still alive its only choice now would be remain in dormant state and waiting for the environment becomes better ( probably during times when the bat hibernate maybe? )
I watch so much VOX ever since I found out when I was in middle school. Around like 13 now I’m 18 this is definitely my childhood haha. I really hope one day I get to be featured in some type microbiology video when I’m older :)
There was a disease in Canada a year or two back wiping out bats in the east and moving westward. I havent heard about it since, but I hope they figured it out and managed to save these little guys.
I feel like there are 2 things not explained at all 1- what dos the metabolic output of flight have to do with response to a virus ( there are all kinds of stressors animals have why is flight so similar to a viral infection ) ? 2- How do bats blunt the effects of the body's response to infection without that also making the response ineffective in the first place ?
@@north6502 looked up what it was for a squirrel and it seems to average around 40C depending on a bunch of factors so within 4 of the bat , also the bat spends most of its time not flying
It’s absolutely right to say there is so much to cover in this, the reality is we still just don’t know what allows bats to be so tolerant carriers. One thing for sure is that it’s a multitude of things not mentioned here
Another way of looking at this topic is, a virus that can surive a bat body temp cannot be harmed by human fever (one of the main purposes of fever is to do that). So our response is not nearly as affective, making those viruses dangerous than one that came from another mamal.
Pretty interesting video. Can you find other mammals that have adapted to such different evolutionary pressures and have long life features? The background sound tracks are, sorry, but very distracting in my opinion and also don't theme well.
that is fantastic material, you can do the same and show to public how the immune escape works in sars cov19 in humans and how they been used as a bio weapon carriers
2:56 is there something wrong with the X axis here? I find it hard to believe that there are mammals that weigh under 2 g. I mean I had a hamster, and I kept track of her weight, and she was between 120 and 130 g, she was nowhere near the size of a fruit bat.
This is why Marvel's Morbius needs to get a bite from this "NOT that weird" animal who has a flight abilities because this is Morbius' result, way, and lead to survival. 🧛🧛🧛🧛👏👏👍👍💯💯💯
There’s so much more to talk about here! Definitely feel free to sound off in the comments about your love for bats and head to the description for a PILE of links to fascinating studies and articles that offer a deeper dive on some of the specifics.
The jury is still out on whether bats carry more diseases than other mammals or if there are just many species of bats. There are around 1,400 types of bats in the world - that’s about 20% of ALL mammalian diversity. A paper published in 2021 found that the amount of viruses that bats carry is proportional to the diverse range of species: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7909788/.
Thanks for watching!
-Kim
Coming up next on Vox: why bats could be the next masters of the earth in 1 million years.
why are you so ideological?
TO THE SNOOTY TRIM YOUR BUSHY EYEBROWS NITWIT 112 FAHRENHEIT!!
I’m in love with Ms Kim first time seeing her hellooooooooooo Kim ❤
Bats have also been a long-time worry for pandemics because they can have millions of mammals living in close proximity, you know, like humans.
Humanity did by destroying their environment causing unnecessary contact with them …
@My_pfp_beats_all_dog_breeds.People in China*
@@LPSWeirdCow13 Approximately the same thing
@@aircraftsupport5800 approximately still means not exactly
@@Daydreamerr13 humans eating animals did
So there are very good reasons for admiring those weird creatures.
Bats are endangered in many places even though they are extremely valuable because of habitat loss and disruption of thei ecosystem
The way you phrased it, it sounds like they are valuable because they disrupt ecosystems and cause habitat loss.
@@cliq379Lol
without bats, the insect population would be out of control.
are they the more weighty factor than birds?
@@eugeneslim9108 probably depends on the region. also, they tend to operate at different times of day, so their prey is pretty different.
Maybe certain areas.. but there are areas with no bats and the insect population is pretty stable
So my understanding of bats is now that they are the best in everything
3:02 Vampires and Bats now make a lot of sense together
So interesting! Bats are really survivors! Our crew got on camera a bat that lives literally inside a carnivorous plant, and it's all good! So fascinating
Cool
Link?
What about the mere fact of raising their temperature to 44 C when flying? Wouldn't that eliminate a lot of virus load by itself?
I think so , even if the virus still alive its only choice now would be remain in dormant state and waiting for the environment becomes better ( probably during times when the bat hibernate maybe? )
I tend to think of the bats around my house as friendly because they eat the pesky (also dangerous) mosquitos .
I hate how the media portrays bats as some kind of flesh eating monster, I mean, these ain’t nothing but some Bird puppies
I genuinely enjoyed this video. Thank you Kim, and everyone else involved in this episode. Much respect to you all ❤.
No wonder Batman never takes a sick leave to stop crime.
Batman was a millionaire, he didn't work. duh.
I watch so much VOX ever since I found out when I was in middle school. Around like 13 now I’m 18 this is definitely my childhood haha. I really hope one day I get to be featured in some type microbiology video when I’m older :)
There was a disease in Canada a year or two back wiping out bats in the east and moving westward. I havent heard about it since, but I hope they figured it out and managed to save these little guys.
Cave fungus. Bats are going through a Last of Us crisis.
Why did, "bats are the only flying mammals" blow my mind 😅 Enjoyed this one!
This sidenote hit me more than the story itself 😂😂😂
Its to dramatic to me
Aren’t birds mammals though?
@@elliecandle773they lay eggs. Mammals give birth to live young.
Bats: "Their entire existence as a flying mammal is an extreme stressor."
And humans' existence as a mamma; is also an extreme stressor.
Getting plenty of exercise could help you to live longer and avoid infectious diseases. Seems reasonable.
Vox: How bats carry deadly diseases without dying?
Viruses: we can't 'stand' hanging upside down!
Dad? Is that you?
@@BabyKobeeee Yep! I'm with your mom, we were trying the Bat Position. Put the lights back off, get out, and close the door!
Wow, never knew that bat can live up to 30 years 🤯🤯
Human: "You're so lucky you don't have to worry about diseases, bat. "
Bat: "Have you seen my morning workout bro?"
Batman is NOT a vampire while Morbius is a vampire. Morbius is a Doctor while Batman NEVER even a doctor. There you go, there is the differences.
they need to start showing these vids in schools
"Deep within the heart of every bat lies a raging fire, ready to consume and destroy the entire city if provoked."
-Batman
Y'know why batman never covered his mouth? yeah, he was foreshadowing upcoming disasters as well as flexing his immunity.
@@ZIN74FF He was spreading COVID due to his alliance with the Joker.
I feel like there are 2 things not explained at all
1- what dos the metabolic output of flight have to do with response to a virus ( there are all kinds of stressors animals have why is flight so similar to a viral infection ) ?
2- How do bats blunt the effects of the body's response to infection without that also making the response ineffective in the first place ?
I bet it has to do with their body temperature during flight, 44 is very high for a human fever, but in a bat it’d be normal
Agreed.
@@north6502 looked up what it was for a squirrel and it seems to average around 40C depending on a bunch of factors so within 4 of the bat , also the bat spends most of its time not flying
Loving this new initiative of vox
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Researcher: Bat physiology is resistant to aging.
Me: Dracula is based on facts?
I’ve wondered about this since that Ebola outbreak about a decade ago… great video
Bats are the number one predator of night-time flying insects, like mosquitoes!
This is a fantastic and informative take, love it. Thank you for the work you do!
It’s absolutely right to say there is so much to cover in this, the reality is we still just don’t know what allows bats to be so tolerant carriers. One thing for sure is that it’s a multitude of things not mentioned here
Absolutely fascinating. I had no idea. Thanks for that, Kim.
2:48 So they are true vampires 🧛♂️
Fantastic piece! Satisfies some questions I've always had on bats!
Chapeau. Most informative. One of the best for some time.
I mean there's a superhero called batman for a reason, they're literally built different
Kirk Langstrom aka Man-Bat has entered the chat.
I've never thought of tequila as a fluffy flying mammal with lots to offer, but...valid.
@ 3:03 Wow, so it is true that vampire is the longest-living mammals
MORE BAT CONTENT PLEASE
The graph at 2:55 probably shows body mass as hundreds of grams, instead of just grams, those rodents would have to be absolutely tiny.
If Chuck Norris was a bat 🤔
Bats can resist ageing. They are actual vampires.
Don't blame the bats for the experiments of men in labs
This has been a burning question of mine forevwr
Ive been asking myself this question for the longest time
Though brief but it's beautiful and full of knowledge. Thax alot
Nice video, I seem to recall a SciShow video about this topic a few years ago but yours took some different and interesting angles.
the videos from this channel are always outstanding
First time I heard someone using centigrade term, I'm not from English speaking country btw
Kim Mas: Who are you?
Cara Brook: I'm you but from the future.
👁👄👁
Another way of looking at this topic is, a virus that can surive a bat body temp cannot be harmed by human fever (one of the main purposes of fever is to do that). So our response is not nearly as affective, making those viruses dangerous than one that came from another mamal.
aww they're adorable
I've wondered about this before.
So we are still blaming the bats instead of a lab leak?
Exactly bro
I want to be able to turn into bats.
Bats: not our fault your immune systems are so weak.
that’s why batman so strong, without daddy money
Coz their build different
Pretty interesting video. Can you find other mammals that have adapted to such different evolutionary pressures and have long life features? The background sound tracks are, sorry, but very distracting in my opinion and also don't theme well.
The title was meant to be "How Batman delivers decisive justice without dying?" 🦇🏏
Excellent video! Bats are such incredible creatures, and by the looks of it we made them sick to begin with, so we only have ourselves to blame. ❤ 🦇
The aging thing explains vampires to me😂
Nice to meet your older sister!
Oh yeah, just the video I need
They started tag and are the original taggers
We just covered this topic in my virology master!
that is fantastic material, you can do the same and show to public how the immune escape works in sars cov19 in humans and how they been used as a bio weapon carriers
absolutely fascinating
2:56 is there something wrong with the X axis here? I find it hard to believe that there are mammals that weigh under 2 g. I mean I had a hamster, and I kept track of her weight, and she was between 120 and 130 g, she was nowhere near the size of a fruit bat.
Nice catch. In the mentioned research paper, it is actually log body mass in grams, which makes sense.
Bob Kane knew this!!!
I would really like to see ”batman” one day
Me. Off to the caves, to find a disease ridden bat and extract the virus for scientific purposes of course. (totally not for bioweapons).
Now we know why Superman got sick.
A switch that goes 'crickcrickcrickcrick' isnt a switch.
Great work 👌
i knew it, i knew morbius was a documentary
Bats are super survivors.
Pretty interesting question
0:05 Ozzy Osbourne what agree with them being super weird. Especially when you bite there heads off! 😅
thank you
You forgot to mention that COVID came from China.
5:17 oh God
Deadly 5:30
This must drive people batty
This is why Marvel's Morbius needs to get a bite from this "NOT that weird" animal who has a flight abilities because this is Morbius' result, way, and lead to survival. 🧛🧛🧛🧛👏👏👍👍💯💯💯
So don't stress bats, got it.
Kim if you ever see this I love your videos
I would've preferred if Kim just narrated, those cut scenes kept throwing me off
we just need to learn to fly
Here we go again
I never get sick, like ever. I am BatGuy
bats eat all the mosquitos that we hate
Not everything should be eaten
So does it mean that after Bruce Wayne was bitten by a radioactive bat, he’s now immune to the corona?
so bats believe in the philosophy of The Iceman
The mention of 2x BMR for humans is just wrong. If you can't reach 4x, you're risk for surgery
Great content. More science! Wr all benefit from knowledge.
I would use it as a beginner, to continue my jurney i started during this latest free flight
What are the downsides of these adaptations? Why haven't they evolved in other animals?
Probably uses a lot of energy
They did evolved in different species. But evolution is a slow process
They have been evolving, there are tons of different species
Straight from science versus
If Its so inefficient to fly for them i wonder how they evolved it