33-Year-Old Bat Loves to Curl Around His Caregiver's Arm and Fall Asleep | The Dodo

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  • Statler, an Indian flying fox, was born at a zoo in 1987. Since then, he's moved from facility to facility. For many years, he was kept in a small space and used for "education." When he arrived at Bat World Sanctuary in 2018, his caretakers made sure he’d have a happy and peaceful retirement.
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  • @marycollins1024
    @marycollins1024 ปีที่แล้ว +3083

    Dear Statler passed away in July 2021 at the age of 34. He was preceded in death by his roost mate Chessie earlier that month.
    So glad that they got to live out their final years unstressed, well fed, and loved.

    • @daviderodriguez4242
      @daviderodriguez4242 ปีที่แล้ว +268

      Sad news - but I am very happy these boys did not spend their last years in what ever misery they escaped. Bats are beautiful creatures.

    • @kailevil3444
      @kailevil3444 ปีที่แล้ว +108

      I am sad to hear that, but was going to happend. I am very glad he was able to live 2 or 3 years in such calm, nice and loving place. He looked so caring.

    • @killerkitten7534
      @killerkitten7534 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      34? My goodness I had no idea they lived that long. It sounds like he certainly had a nice last few years

    • @GmmBeast
      @GmmBeast ปีที่แล้ว +112

      @@killerkitten7534 34 is actually extremely old! They usually live 20-28 years in captivity.

    • @TbyBr
      @TbyBr ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Sad news =(

  • @aprilott4417
    @aprilott4417 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1163

    Statler passed at the age of 34 but I bet his last few years with his caregiver were the BEST years of his life. He crossed the rainbow bridge knowing he was loved and cared for!!!!! Love it!!!!

    • @Allucards
      @Allucards 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      F 😭

    • @nicecock5703
      @nicecock5703 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

      man reading this made my eyes wet

    • @ojd9145
      @ojd9145 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      😊

    • @takumifujiwara4149
      @takumifujiwara4149 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      NOOOOO

    • @truenorth7949
      @truenorth7949 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

      my heart's broken but i am really happy he was loved and cared for

  • @kerriefearby9542
    @kerriefearby9542 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1425

    As a former bat rescuer and carer let me tell that bats are super intelligent, loving and caring. They are just the sweetest creatures.

    • @leahmurray666
      @leahmurray666 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +40

      Thank U for caring for the bats. ❤ All animals are amazing in so many ways

    • @netcurtains
      @netcurtains 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Super intelligent?they live in caves and eat bugs. That's it

    • @AbuHajarAlBugatti
      @AbuHajarAlBugatti 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

      Well they are very social animals who literally Hang Around in big groups and sleep

    • @viniciuscomacento
      @viniciuscomacento 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      ​@@AbuHajarAlBugattiI just loved the "literally hang around" bit

    • @moonstar21868
      @moonstar21868 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I want this rabies carrying bat shot and tossed in the fire.

  • @gypsyjengypsydogs9320
    @gypsyjengypsydogs9320 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +844

    He’s like a Chihuahua with wings. I am so glad that he got to live to his true potential. That is evidence of the power of love.

    • @-_miki_-
      @-_miki_- 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

      Yea and some bats even looks like dogs as a bat! Which is very cute in my opinion.

    • @janne639
      @janne639 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

      A chihuahua with wings! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 ❤

    • @Amaling
      @Amaling 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

      Don’t disrespect the fruit bat like that! They would never behave and sound as annoying as a chihuahua

    • @gypsyjengypsydogs9320
      @gypsyjengypsydogs9320 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      @@Amaling I love Chihuahuas. It wasn’t an insult to me. It’s all about perspective. 😊

    • @HELLO-yp2zr
      @HELLO-yp2zr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      On a besoin des chauves souris. Ça mange plein d'insectes gratos.

  • @guadalupewallace3231
    @guadalupewallace3231 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10865

    The caregiver is a GEM, letting him fly around with her assistance, it's people like her that make the world a beautiful place to be....

    • @kailenne7149
      @kailenne7149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +155

      Totally agree! Bless her heart!

    • @susanlumley5547
      @susanlumley5547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      Restores our faith in humanity ❤

    • @dannyrichards6233
      @dannyrichards6233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      🦇 all I see 👀 is covid-19 virus 🌎 🦠

    • @zoey1811954
      @zoey1811954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Yes 👍

    • @modelhaus1199
      @modelhaus1199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      @@dannyrichards6233 Seriously you still think Covid-19 came from bats?

  • @skybluepainter
    @skybluepainter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2592

    Letting him "fly" was the cutest thing I've seen this month.

    • @austinjrb
      @austinjrb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Come back and tag the link for the cutest thing you see next month, because I know I'm not the only one who needs more of that in their life lol happy holidays and happy new year!

    • @ziblot1235
      @ziblot1235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      IM sure the old fellow looks forward to that everyday. Its so nice the waty they have fixed it up for him. I hope he lives a long life. His little claws should never have got like that.

    • @genebrooks5824
      @genebrooks5824 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is how we get new COVIDS. Nutcases!

    • @taylorwarren2000
      @taylorwarren2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Adorable.

    • @socaltrojan286
      @socaltrojan286 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@genebrooks5824 do you plan on eating the Bat? No? Then shut up. The bats alone didn't cause covid. It came from the wetmarkets where people ate meat they should not have and there was cross contamination.

  • @Sarahc-mn1tr
    @Sarahc-mn1tr 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +211

    This little old man makes me smile and cry. He seemed like a sweetheart.
    I love flying foxes. They get treated poorly for just being a bat and considered a pest. They are sweet, loveable, adorable sky puppies.
    I love the trios morning meetings.

    • @HHVV33
      @HHVV33 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      All bats are sky puppies ❤

    • @sylviasoffgridhawaiianhome8390
      @sylviasoffgridhawaiianhome8390 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      They are WAY more important than most people realize

  • @mairi2w2
    @mairi2w2 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +126

    I love the "geribatric" ward, too funny! What a precious little guy!

  • @BloodofaFool
    @BloodofaFool ปีที่แล้ว +3070

    The fact that they hold him and fly him around is adorable. What great caregivers.

    • @derp8575
      @derp8575 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      no u

    • @hirschmaus8232
      @hirschmaus8232 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      👍👍👍

    • @wmduav
      @wmduav ปีที่แล้ว +32

      It’s ridiculous, this bat is treated better than some homeless veterans

    • @ColinTBlack
      @ColinTBlack ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@wmduav yes but it much more challenging on all levels and resource dependent to take care of the homeless vet sadly. us army vet here.

    • @wmduav
      @wmduav ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@ColinTBlack we have the money and infrastructure, there is no excuse

  • @fallonstone408
    @fallonstone408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2895

    This poor guy probably struggled for food and warmth all his life, now in his golden years is gorging like a king in a warm palace and being cared for by warm hands. Having a couple old chums from the same species to "hang" with is a bonus! I hope he lives a long and "fruitful" life.

    • @ChromeXuGames
      @ChromeXuGames 2 ปีที่แล้ว +167

      It's like a little retirement home.

    • @buildbreesbod
      @buildbreesbod 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Thank you for giving him a chance. 😍

    • @siiiiiuu7
      @siiiiiuu7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Beautiful comment 🥲

    • @Yurovishna
      @Yurovishna 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      _OH THE PUNSSS_

    • @sarahawkinsliepke4908
      @sarahawkinsliepke4908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol I love this comment... it's cute... he "hangs" with a few old chums.. an hopes he has a 'fruitful " life.. very cute

  • @alanmorris7669
    @alanmorris7669 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +78

    This one is going in my playlist of favorites! Continue letting him fly like other bats do... let him spread his wings and soar high above trees, mountains and valleys!

  • @l.c.9946
    @l.c.9946 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +262

    People like you are a blessing to this world. Thank you so much for what you have been doing for this wonderful creatures !

    • @ricruso59
      @ricruso59 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      AMEN!!!🙏

    • @fggjytdghjjhggffvg4399
      @fggjytdghjjhggffvg4399 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's right.God bless you..!💝💐👋🏼👋🏼( Да, так. Храни вас Бог..! ) --from Russia

  • @colinburke8389
    @colinburke8389 ปีที่แล้ว +1689

    He’s found bat heaven: plenty of food, no predators, and very caring assistants! Given his age and injuries, he’s more than earned his peaceful retirement!

    • @nintendoangel2478
      @nintendoangel2478 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      He literally did find Bat Heaven…

    • @honeynetalove
      @honeynetalove 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Retirement 😭😂

    • @Kurt77777
      @Kurt77777 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      They should still put him to work once a year to scare the little children on Halloween.

    • @colinburke8389
      @colinburke8389 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      @@Kurt77777 Heeheehee..........

    • @Radioroom91
      @Radioroom91 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Decent roommates

  • @setaside2
    @setaside2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1108

    "Geribatric" is one of the most adorable zoologic idioms I've ever heard. Brilliant. Kudos to all of you.

  • @K3L1evt
    @K3L1evt 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Bats are so vital to our ecosystems. Thanks for caring for these misunderstood creatures.

  • @tmorton922
    @tmorton922 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I never knew bats had this kind of personality. Fascinating.Thank you!

    • @emberson7850
      @emberson7850 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There's many different ones out there. Some can be mean when there's a group of them, or afraid when they are alone. Some have very strange sounds coming from them that sounds out of this earth.

  • @theinfamousgamer8149
    @theinfamousgamer8149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +753

    He passed unfortunately and the incredible age of 34 but it makes me happy seeing how good he was treated and that unlike the other places he was kept at(which he was abused) he was actually being loved and taken care of here. It truly is heart warming❤️

    • @margaretclark......akamarm2600
      @margaretclark......akamarm2600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +139

      So sad that he passed but so happy that he finally knew real love and care xx

    • @sheliarussell1725
      @sheliarussell1725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      I'm so sorry for loss you gave him him life happy years and hearing the tone in the interview he gave that love back. Rip Lil man

    • @theinfamousgamer8149
      @theinfamousgamer8149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@margaretclark......akamarm2600 agreed

    • @MacI-1970
      @MacI-1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Glad he had a great, comfortable life. rip

    • @alicelee5045
      @alicelee5045 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

      I am saddened to hear that he passed away. He lived a long and hard life. But I am happy to see that he experienced love, respect and care that he always deserved in his final stage of life. He was so sweet and lovable. May he rest in peace. I am grateful to have known his story.

  • @jackaction7077
    @jackaction7077 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1641

    Got my daily dose of cuteness
    I had no idea sky puppies lived that long.

    • @tvm-manducktv8375
      @tvm-manducktv8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊
      May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨
      May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

    • @MacI-1970
      @MacI-1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +89

      33 year is a long time, though there was a cat that lived up to 38 years old. Crazy to think a cat lived to almost a middle aged person lol.

    • @ediekoller1144
      @ediekoller1144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +154

      Love the term "Sky Puppies"

    • @Herbie11
      @Herbie11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      "Sky puppie"
      May I use that? 👏

    • @PatrickOMulligan
      @PatrickOMulligan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      41 years is the record I think.

  • @norasheffield8036
    @norasheffield8036 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +88

    He’s like a little puppy with wings! So fortunate to have found caring “hoomans” to take care of him! 🥰🥰

  • @Drewg351
    @Drewg351 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    These people who care for these animals are all going to Heaven. They've punched their tickets with their amount of love for these animals. It's amazing.

    • @voronOsphere
      @voronOsphere 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      God bless these wonderful people and the animals they rescue!

  • @amandashelton1162
    @amandashelton1162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +707

    That's like taking an old man out for a walk but he needs assistance. He's a cute old furry bat man. ❤️ He's so spoiled.

    • @stevenhenry4227
      @stevenhenry4227 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello Amanda how are you doing today

    • @nicolebrown1927
      @nicolebrown1927 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      He definitely deserves to be spoiled, happy and truly loved.💙🤗

    • @fredakurzbard4962
      @fredakurzbard4962 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He should be spoiled. I'm happy to see that he is happy and spoiled.

    • @Tom-ym7bm
      @Tom-ym7bm ปีที่แล้ว

      And responsive, plus not alone! All around pretty great

    • @claztube
      @claztube ปีที่แล้ว

      heart felt chuckle over this bat and liked your thoughts too..

  • @floydiandreamscapes5145
    @floydiandreamscapes5145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6262

    Such a noble work. Making the lives of these elderly animals easier.

    • @tvm-manducktv8375
      @tvm-manducktv8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊
      May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨
      May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

    • @AxxLAfriku
      @AxxLAfriku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I have fewer than 1 friend in the World. That's right. Everybody disses me for making bad videos. I think they are perfect though. Who is right? My dissers or me? Which side are you on, dear rick

    • @K3L1evt
      @K3L1evt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      Thanks for educating the public about bats. Important species.

    • @sir-richard4172
      @sir-richard4172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@AxxLAfriku Rick will never give you up or let you down. He will never run around or hurt you.

    • @DaArtist_1EARTHANGEL
      @DaArtist_1EARTHANGEL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Rip drakeo

  • @rlmpproductions
    @rlmpproductions 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    The people who care for these animals are heroes 💯

  • @gnbman
    @gnbman 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I bet the little old boy would tell the story of how he lost his eye all the time if he could talk. ♥️

    • @juliachandler2909
      @juliachandler2909 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      “shoulda seen the other guy 😼🦇” 😝

  • @anilu3021
    @anilu3021 ปีที่แล้ว +1597

    He’s like a puppy with wings. Lucky guy to have a loving home.

    • @thystaff742
      @thystaff742 ปีที่แล้ว +71

      Thanks to horror movies people have an nonrational fear of bats and think of them as pests. When in reality, the insect eating bats are the most crucial in keeping balance of the insect population.

    • @nodangles6983
      @nodangles6983 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      That's exactly what I was thinking. Honestly, this video has completely changed the way I see bats.

    • @Nightmarenightmarenightmare69
      @Nightmarenightmarenightmare69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@thystaff742 nah it’s pretty rational when they were responsible for Covid lol

    • @VinVin_31
      @VinVin_31 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@Nightmarenightmarenightmare69
      Because that’s the only reason for diseases.

    • @filthycasual8187
      @filthycasual8187 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Nightmarenightmarenightmare69 They weren't. That was China's excuse. It was actually created in a lab and leaked out, either intentionally or unintentionally.

  • @whutzat
    @whutzat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +300

    These people are angels.
    Screw celebrities and athletes.
    THESE are the people doing important things.

    • @chrisfurius
      @chrisfurius 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Absolutely!

    • @Cheekyconnermonkey
      @Cheekyconnermonkey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Spot on cos these people deserve praise and should be awarded for there hard work and helping others in need. Celebs and athletes think they are better and need to be mollycoddle..

    • @edredden2603
      @edredden2603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Beautiful souls thank you all❤️

    • @lorenzoparedes2306
      @lorenzoparedes2306 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      People who do such work with animals are contributing so much more to the world than tacky, gaudy "stars" on stage wearing hoodies and screaming into microphones with arms flailing.

    • @RatTaxi
      @RatTaxi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You said it!

  • @beckyfay6226
    @beckyfay6226 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +56

    Thanks for giving Statler a wonderful old age! Cuddles, on tap yummy snacks and cosy places to sleep, plus the friendship of other bats and, most importantly, safety. What more could a bat ask for in their twilight years?!

  • @MEdwin1636
    @MEdwin1636 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    Thank you so much for this. It reminds me that while there are a lot of cruelty out in the world, there are still people who love and appreciate these little darlings.

  • @raevynyoung9380
    @raevynyoung9380 2 ปีที่แล้ว +409

    This old batty passed away back in July. He was sleeping on his carers arm and he passed away peacefully, being stoked and loved.

    • @hoodedtroodon2901
      @hoodedtroodon2901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      *proceeds to cry*

    • @Pisces-1978
      @Pisces-1978 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Awww no way...😢

    • @nunyabiznes33
      @nunyabiznes33 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      RIP

    • @tanderson1480
      @tanderson1480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      😢😢

    • @starfishw7138
      @starfishw7138 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing Statler's story with you on utube. So moving the level of care and love you gave him and all those in your charge.

  • @baskervillebee6097
    @baskervillebee6097 2 ปีที่แล้ว +291

    Loved that she let him believe that he could still fly.

    • @handmadehearts
      @handmadehearts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Those are beautiful and touching moments watching the two of them flying together. Thank you for sharing what you do. It's wonderful.

    • @AggressivelyLoving
      @AggressivelyLoving 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      yeah haha I thought that too and only cried for.. like only 3 hours or so. good stuff

    • @SuperCheryl66
      @SuperCheryl66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Awww, yeah me too.

  • @riikkaalanen3429
    @riikkaalanen3429 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Statler definitely gives a new meaning to an “old bat” … 😁🥳🥰💕

  • @martinfalls6614
    @martinfalls6614 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    I've been enchanted by bats from a young age. Thank you for saving this magnificent, handsome boy & giving him his best possible life after captivity. Hope Statler is still with you! Bats are amazingly long-lived for such small mammals (I've heard of a max of 41). Long may he wave! And flap. Geribatric! Love it. I needed this today. Love & Peace to you.

  • @tracyosick1099
    @tracyosick1099 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1821

    I’m moved to tears watching the caregivers let this sweet old man fly around. Enjoy the good life, Statler. 😀

    • @elinorwuest4780
      @elinorwuest4780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      It's heart lifting to know there are such kind people in this f ked up world. gives hope for humanity.

    • @DaArtist_1EARTHANGEL
      @DaArtist_1EARTHANGEL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Rip drakeo tho

    • @bethwiegand2957
      @bethwiegand2957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Who named him Statler? Too cool.

    • @DianaInCanada1
      @DianaInCanada1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      Sadly this a dodo re-run and he passed away in July this year. Very peacefully and lived his last years in luxury

    • @peterpiper47
      @peterpiper47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Umm that’s not an old man. That’s a bat.

  • @Lucysmom26
    @Lucysmom26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +482

    The walking him around so he can "fly?" That's love right there, the very best of us humans.

  • @tarrahbarker24
    @tarrahbarker24 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    HE'S OUTSTANDING! He's got his women taking care of him. AD❤❤RABLE ❤

  • @violetfemme411
    @violetfemme411 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    I worked for a bat sanctuary in Austin many years ago. SO rewarding. Especially teaching people who think bats are creepy and scary, that they are actually loving, beautiful and kind 💜

  • @little_hunt3r
    @little_hunt3r 2 ปีที่แล้ว +645

    My college teacher always called them “sky puppies” She specialised in bats and taught me so much about these beautiful little dog wyverns

    • @Voidi-Void
      @Voidi-Void 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Dog wyvern is way better than sky puppy

    • @Seeker118
      @Seeker118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      How do such cute animal's create the monster batman

    • @Voidi-Void
      @Voidi-Void 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Seeker118 what? do you mean man-bat?

    • @phyllisjohnson1019
      @phyllisjohnson1019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I’m glad I am not the only one that thought that looked like a little dog. Merry Christmas

    • @Seeker118
      @Seeker118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Voidi-Void look me in the eyes and try and tell me you want to fight batman over man bat please

  • @earlsmith6722
    @earlsmith6722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1365

    Giving elderly animals a chance to enjoy life and feel loved and safe is just the best feeling. Especially when you know they have had a rough life before they met you. Thank you very much.

    • @jackieraulerson2005
      @jackieraulerson2005 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thank you

    • @misskitty2133
      @misskitty2133 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I so agree! The older ones have so much love and they’re so grateful. They also have wisdom, you can telll, if only we could hear their stories!

    • @wilsonrawlin8547
      @wilsonrawlin8547 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      So agree with you. God Bless them for their compassion and kindness. Giving those bats a good life in their last days is priceless. Very special and good.

    • @hirschmaus8232
      @hirschmaus8232 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍👍👍

    • @a1marine105
      @a1marine105 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@misskitty2133 today's politicians should take notes

  • @debbiependleton8507
    @debbiependleton8507 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    That is so sweet. Bats are like puppies with wings. Love their little faces.

  • @MariaMartinez-jb3zn
    @MariaMartinez-jb3zn 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    You can see the joy in his Eye 😮 animals are so resilient, they don’t miss things like we do ☝🏽how beautiful is that? 🙏🏽🙋🏻‍♀️👍🏽

    • @theanimalshabit
      @theanimalshabit 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      nature and natural things are actually peace of mind do you agree

  • @soakhkwn1646
    @soakhkwn1646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +628

    seeing the caregivers help him fly is one of the most precious things i’ve ever seen. truly amazing humans helping these bats out

    • @matgeezer2094
      @matgeezer2094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Wasn't it lovely, and you could see the happiness in the eyes and the face of the bat. A big thank you to the people who have cared for that animal.

  • @michaelquaid4679
    @michaelquaid4679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +533

    I'm so glad to know there's a sanctuary for poor old bats. Really cool ladies working there

    • @spaceace1006
      @spaceace1006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oh, pooh! You've got Bats in your bell tower!!😋

  • @tokenghost4536
    @tokenghost4536 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    The people taking care of him seem beyond incredible. Thank you for loving what and who others may not.

  • @japavlin
    @japavlin 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Tears of joy and sadness; reminds me of how I helped my 18 yo “puppy” in the last 3 months of her life. Despite struggling to stand at times, she LOVED her twice daily SLO-MO walks.

  • @TarotTanja
    @TarotTanja 2 ปีที่แล้ว +389

    most humans dont have such wonderful care when they are at his age. he is lucky to have you guys!

    • @kasperancher
      @kasperancher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      You shouldnt need that much help and care in your 30's 😁

    • @eliaslaban
      @eliaslaban 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kasperancher i was just gonna say that 🤣🤣

    • @Demicleas
      @Demicleas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@kasperancher you do when your 90-100

    • @rajeshsogun2953
      @rajeshsogun2953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't get jealous.

    • @greenapple9477
      @greenapple9477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kasperancher Ever heard of handicaps?

  • @heidigroom518
    @heidigroom518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +598

    The caregiver letting him flap his wings and make it look like he's flying was too cute. 😇😊😁🖤🦇

    • @patriciabowman8822
      @patriciabowman8822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just love the kindness that has been extended to him! God bless the caregivers.🎄💕

  • @dianafrazier2830
    @dianafrazier2830 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So glad he had such a wonderful final years, with love and care. What a sweet bat. 😻😁😻

  • @inririaya1908
    @inririaya1908 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So handsome fella. Blessed be to him and his caregivers

  • @zzzbbbooo
    @zzzbbbooo ปีที่แล้ว +252

    Good grief - he's 33, I had no idea they could live that long. Bless him and those who care for him.

    • @Floyd69
      @Floyd69 ปีที่แล้ว

      I never knew they kinda look like dogs in the face.

    • @mcmerry2846
      @mcmerry2846 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      There are a couple of birds that live close to 80 years as well

    • @kngjoea3743
      @kngjoea3743 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      33 is 99 in bat years.

  • @loganasaurusrex8246
    @loganasaurusrex8246 2 ปีที่แล้ว +324

    To be completely honest, “scary” or “deadly” doesn’t fit the bat’s description, these poor dog wyverns are so misunderstood. Whatever the case, I love these puppies with dragon wings.

    • @Indubidably0
      @Indubidably0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Nobody misunderstands fruit bats. They're pretty universally loved. Even people that are creeped out by bats admit they're adorable flying puppies.

    • @Rhino-Prime
      @Rhino-Prime 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Dog wyverns

    • @scizorlord5126
      @scizorlord5126 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Ha, I love the term "dog wyvern".

    • @madvax
      @madvax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They look like big winged rats, as cute and as cudly 🥰

    • @filmingislegalmoronfilm
      @filmingislegalmoronfilm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes!
      That's my take!
      Looks like a dog with wings!

  • @elizabethharlow6126
    @elizabethharlow6126 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thank you for taking care of this sweet old man.

  • @TwistedTiara
    @TwistedTiara 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    I love the way he was 'flying' around the facility with the help of the carers, real gems you lot, I love bats, we have a few fly around our house every evening and at dawn. So cute.

  • @marys3127
    @marys3127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    This is so freaking adorable. These people, and this bat, are great.

    • @stevenhenry4227
      @stevenhenry4227 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Mary how are you doing today

  • @guymerritt4860
    @guymerritt4860 2 ปีที่แล้ว +346

    I never thought I'd write this, anywhere: That bat is an adorable little bugger. Bless the people who take care of this little guy.

    • @TsukiNaito1
      @TsukiNaito1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Flying foxes are the cutest!

    • @MrsBrit1
      @MrsBrit1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He recently breathed his
      last. RIP Statler!

    • @drkatel
      @drkatel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MrsBrit1 It’s so sad. Idk if you follow the Australian flying fox channels (mainly Megabattie) but it was equally sad when Walter passed. But both lived into their 30s which is awesome.

    • @TheDavejmcknight
      @TheDavejmcknight 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I couldn't agree more!

    • @frostflower5555
      @frostflower5555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There should be more humanity in this world, but how do you teach humans to be humans?

  • @sandyedens9222
    @sandyedens9222 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Thank you for taking such loving care of these elderly bats. They are safe, loved and living the best lives.❤

  • @JadeStrawberry
    @JadeStrawberry 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I miss you Statler. You had such a wonderful and loving life with your devoted carers. We know you're in heaven, sweetheart.

  • @alyzu4755
    @alyzu4755 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    "Geribatric ward"! 🥰
    The three of them literally hanging out in the morning is adorable! They're like the old, retired guys who meet up at the corner cafe every morning. ❤

    • @PADS62
      @PADS62 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @alyzu
      I was thinking the same! They are TOOO CUTE! 😁😊❤️

    • @gwiyomikim5988
      @gwiyomikim5988 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Geribatric😂- When I walk to the beach at dusk the bats come out and catch insects on the fly. They are the most interesting mammals, and now I know that some like to snuggle, and the older ones have infirmities of old age just like humans, and some just enjoy life with their buds in the bat cave.🦇

    • @dalenjurgens6751
      @dalenjurgens6751 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      LOL geribatric, I love it.

    • @anonymousmiss
      @anonymousmiss ปีที่แล้ว +6

      🤣 haha cute and clever spin i have to say it out loud and type it...Geribatric 🥰

    • @marisgoldenhour6212
      @marisgoldenhour6212 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      😄😄I was thinking the same thing as she mentioned it!

  • @stacys8729
    @stacys8729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +365

    OMG! An elderly care home for bats. This brought a huge smile to my face, so wholesome and adorable. Wonderful people that are doing this.

    • @stevenhenry4227
      @stevenhenry4227 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Stacy how are you doing today

    • @chezmoi42
      @chezmoi42 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@stevenhenry4227 Buzz off. No one is interested in a pick-up troll.

    • @stj971
      @stj971 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Brought tears here

    • @sxc7566
      @sxc7566 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The "geribatric" ward was as they called it! 😍🦇

    • @mamapetillo8675
      @mamapetillo8675 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We’re all mammals, and in the long flight, ought to have each other’s bats. Backs. (Ahem)

  • @vickiw3335
    @vickiw3335 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Oh my goodness. This is precious. All these bats being so loved. I am definitely giving them a donation. Such blessed people to do this for these much maligned creatures. So beautiful! 🦇 💜

  • @markreiter9777
    @markreiter9777 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Best bat ever.... i feel sorry that he passed away... 🥺

  • @manny75586
    @manny75586 ปีที่แล้ว +459

    Reading in the comments that Statler passed away is sad to hear. But I'm happy knowing he had people to take care of him in his last years and had other bat friends. Rest easy, Statler.

    • @007Julie
      @007Julie 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      I always come back to this video but wondered if he was still alive. I’m so sorry he passed away but he had his best life at the end and he was so loved and cared for. RIP Statler, you’ll be missed.

    • @raizaintilian
      @raizaintilian 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @@007Julie I come to watch this video as well sometimes! I think it’s honestly bittersweet. Seeing this old bat living his best life! It makes me happy that he’s lived a beautiful retirement.

    • @raizaintilian
      @raizaintilian 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@007Julie I come to watch this video as well sometimes! I think it’s honestly bittersweet. Seeing this old bat living his best life! It makes me happy that he’s lived a beautiful retirement.

    • @argguti
      @argguti 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I wondered about him frequently since I first watched this, I’m glad he spent his last days in such caring hands. Rest in peace sweet Statler.

    • @netcurtains
      @netcurtains 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Very very sad news indeedy😢he'll be in bat heaven now,eating a moth probably

  • @SquirrelThis
    @SquirrelThis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +479

    Seeing him flap his wings while you whoosh him around the room was the most adorable thing I've seen in ages 😄 bless his geribatric heart and bless all of you! 🥰

    • @myrkflinn4331
      @myrkflinn4331 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Reminded me of a dad holding their kid up so he can fly around haha

  • @michellewalters4381
    @michellewalters4381 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    No animal should be mistreated Idc what type of animal it is. They are all worthy and deserve to live their best life. ❤

  • @McFly-guitars-n-stuff
    @McFly-guitars-n-stuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +399

    I love it when people show kindness to animals.

    • @ka-rq2iv
      @ka-rq2iv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I agree with you 💯% stories like this always make me 😢😭

    • @mikea5205
      @mikea5205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I just wish everyone showed this level of kindness to ALL animals.

    • @usnchief1339
      @usnchief1339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I can't give enough likes to this comment!

    • @TheCharr1981
      @TheCharr1981 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Proverbs 12-10 😇

    • @TheCharr1981
      @TheCharr1981 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mikea5205 Exactly!

  • @sweiboi
    @sweiboi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Bats are just dogs that can fly. And that's the adorable. 😩❤️

    • @tvm-manducktv8375
      @tvm-manducktv8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊
      May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨
      May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

    • @ZippedUpKitz
      @ZippedUpKitz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tvm-manducktv8375 reported for constant spamming

    • @emberson7850
      @emberson7850 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not all of them. There's a universe of bats that are different. There's even very large ones.

  • @nicks.6341
    @nicks.6341 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    We need more people like this in the world.

  • @DM-ye5qo
    @DM-ye5qo 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The poor thing. So glad that he is under your care. ❤️😊

  • @jaguarjake8226
    @jaguarjake8226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +729

    Awww bats are such majestic creatures,they are actually really cute as well,as well as the this little beauty,he is an absolutely adorable bat🐶🐱🐻🦊🐯

    • @runpigrun
      @runpigrun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Bats carry rabies, this is super dangerous

    • @tvm-manducktv8375
      @tvm-manducktv8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊
      May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨
      May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

    • @ZippedUpKitz
      @ZippedUpKitz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@runpigrun pretty much ANY wild or even domestic animal can carry rabies! 🙄🙄🙄 Pretty sure they have them vaccinated…

    • @sunflowersand12
      @sunflowersand12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@runpigrun they have them vaccinated probably, obviously they wouldn’t be taking care of them if they had rabies

    • @nightxlynxs
      @nightxlynxs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yea, these kind of bats are cute.

  • @josephgallagher6529
    @josephgallagher6529 2 ปีที่แล้ว +195

    This is what we as humans are supposed to be doing. Taking care of the earth & each other. BRAVO!

    • @ardaoguzhan8181
      @ardaoguzhan8181 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is probably how we got corona

    • @EneTheGene
      @EneTheGene 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ardaoguzhan8181 I doubt they *eat* these bats Arda. That's how corona spread to people.

    • @EneTheGene
      @EneTheGene 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lesmorley9628 Got any proof of that?

  • @Cherry-lc4cv
    @Cherry-lc4cv 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Precious little darling

  • @JD.78
    @JD.78 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    What a beautiful video.
    The caregiver holding the Bat to fly around is so lovely and genuinely heartwarming.
    Even Bats deserve love too.

  • @somerskye2750
    @somerskye2750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    These bats are very sweet & not what most people perceive bats to be. They almost look like puppies w/wings. We need more people & programs like this to educate & protect our wildlife.

    • @harps1974
      @harps1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Poisoning if you will

  • @captaincoyote1792
    @captaincoyote1792 ปีที่แล้ว +856

    I’m a retired Navy Officer and a retired federal wildlife law enforcement officer. I’ve seen more than my share of man’s evil or dark side. People,who care for animals give me hope. While I’ve always enjoyed seeing bats in the wild, I’d have never believed that a bat could “cuddle. Regardless, I’m so appreciative of people who take the time to care for those animals who can no longer care for themselves.

    • @billjamal4764
      @billjamal4764 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Hey, thanks for your service

    • @ericwertheim9101
      @ericwertheim9101 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm a Vet too, Air Force/ARNG... Nice to know I'm still in good company

    • @captaincoyote1792
      @captaincoyote1792 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@billjamal4764 Bill, thank you for that. Made my day….we never tire of hearing it. Take care, sir.

    • @captaincoyote1792
      @captaincoyote1792 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ericwertheim9101 Agree, Eric! I always feel a special bond / kinship with other Veterans, no matter when served, which branch, active or reserve, enlisted, NCO or commissioned. So thank you for your kind comment. Its always been a slight disappointment that none of my kids chose to serve. Just yesterday, I talked to my son about seriously considering the ANG. Maybe…..just maybe? Anyway, Eric, take care of yourself…stay safe, brother.

    • @andercrash3602
      @andercrash3602 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Flying foxes are amazingly cuddly. Just don't pet them on the back. I made that mistake once while handling a flying fox that my friend's family rescued from their yard during a storm. She (my friend's little sister named her Luna) chirped loudly and then tried to bite me. She immediately made amends by licking my fingers. Altogether, the flying fox moniker is spot-on, because they are indeed like little foxes with wings. The only real difference is that they eat fruit instead of small critters.

  • @ChildKika
    @ChildKika 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Bats are such beautiful creatures ❤

  • @libbyfransen7053
    @libbyfransen7053 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you! ❤

  • @christineml1476
    @christineml1476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    Such a beautiful, but unfortunately, feared, creature.

    • @Trund27
      @Trund27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      It’s so sad! Bats are wonderful creatures and must be protected. They are so underrated!

    • @judigrumm7190
      @judigrumm7190 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Biggest issue is rabies but even that is pretty small. They live in our palm trees.
      But ours are tiny.

    • @MacI-1970
      @MacI-1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I do not have any issues with bats themselves, it is that awful disease rabies. Great animals otherwise.

    • @alexander-mauricemillamlae4567
      @alexander-mauricemillamlae4567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@judigrumm7190 not just rabies, problem is bats are "supercarriers" and most viruses and bacteria they carry don't actually affect them much due to their extremely adaptive immune systems. Hence why the "covid from bats" theory has so much traction in the scientific community - virus is in bat, bat and human don't notice, human eats bat, virus spreads throughout human population because the entire time while in the bat the virus was improving reproductive capabilities, "trying" (not conciously) to affect the bat. By the time such a zoonotic virus reaches a human by ingesting or being bitten by a bat, if it doesn't kill the human within a reasonable timeframe, it will spread extremely fast.
      This is not all bad tho, and the adaptive immune system of bats is being studied in an attempt to develop treatments for autoimmune diseases such as AIDS.

    • @elithluxe7568
      @elithluxe7568 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@alexander-mauricemillamlae4567 that’s the humans fault. Shouldn’t be eating bats as if there isn’t enough food in the world. Some people and cultures love eating everything

  • @StanOrlowski
    @StanOrlowski 2 ปีที่แล้ว +420

    Bats have been given a bad rap, and I'm glad to see that someone is helping them. Letting them live in dignity.

    • @tamarevans9025
      @tamarevans9025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Bats are so unfairly maligned. Such sweet creatures. 🖤🦇

    • @fckinsey5439
      @fckinsey5439 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Shouldn't we care for innocent human babies? Instead of torture them and murder them?

    • @Us3r739
      @Us3r739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      corona virus originating from bats is a huge conspiracy theory. It’s only the gullible bunch that hate on bats

    • @FlareStorms
      @FlareStorms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@fckinsey5439 can we not turn a comment about a bat into a debate about abortion 🤨

    • @merlith4650
      @merlith4650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Us3r739 how the hell is that a conspiracy theory? And how does that correlate to "hating bats"?
      You do live up to your profile name though

  • @bleuwild6796
    @bleuwild6796 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    What a sweet baby. Babies! Thank you for loving them.

  • @giaclaire3387
    @giaclaire3387 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Thank you so very much for caring for these wonderful creatures... bats are so amazing & help keep down the insect population. They are also so adorable.

  • @phasm42
    @phasm42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +244

    Love this video. "Flying" him around, giving him a big bowl of fruit... so compassionate

  • @Hypnobunny1
    @Hypnobunny1 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    RIP precious baby sadly missed but thanks to these kind people his last few years he had were filled with love cuddles and lovely snacks. Fly free precious 🌹🌹❤️

    • @avivabillington5514
      @avivabillington5514 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      💐 RIP 100%!! Bats are beautiful,they deserve ♥️ & kindness too. Can't believe what other poor bats have gone through 😭

  • @n.s.2007
    @n.s.2007 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    Собачка с крыльями - это невероятно! Интересно, бывают ли котики с крыльями!?😊

    • @chudo333
      @chudo333 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ну если есть летучие мыши, собаки и лисы то возможно где-то есть кошки, свиньи и коровы(но это ск пугает появлением бегемотов,слонов и не дай боже крокодилов)🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @bluelady549
      @bluelady549 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@chudo333😂😂😂

  • @deborahbarry8458
    @deborahbarry8458 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This lifts my spirits! Thank you 🌟BAT WORLD SANCTUARY 🌟

  • @torrosixsixzero
    @torrosixsixzero ปีที่แล้ว +729

    Looks like he's living his best life. I hope he lives a much longer and healthy life. Animals give unconditional love, its nice to see humans giving it too.

    • @shydoll8343
      @shydoll8343 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      He passed away last year at 34

    • @rep100Luxio
      @rep100Luxio ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@shydoll8343 NOOOOOO

    • @Quinntus79
      @Quinntus79 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@rep100Luxio A good life isn’t necessarily tied to longevity. Quality of life is just as important. It’s good this bat got to live his final years socializing with other bats and people.

    • @shydoll8343
      @shydoll8343 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      34 for a bat is incredible he was the oldest bat in the world! He lived a life better than some people

    • @rep100Luxio
      @rep100Luxio ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@shydoll8343 he was born in the 80s right ?

  • @kmnunu
    @kmnunu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +290

    Awww this actually made me sad. Happy that he's safe, but the clipping of his claws was just gutwrenching. Love bats, they're so misunderstood, like many other animals. Warms my heart to see that he's cared for really well. 💓

    • @tvm-manducktv8375
      @tvm-manducktv8375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊
      May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨
      May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

    • @jamezxh
      @jamezxh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Gut wrenching watching him being manicured?

    • @smexehcougah3
      @smexehcougah3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@jamezxh I think it's more that he was neglected enough for his claws to grow out that much.

    • @kmnunu
      @kmnunu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@Bapplebuse Oh no 😢 May he rest in peace, he was 33 years old in captivity. Glad he was loved.

    • @Cutirimicuador
      @Cutirimicuador 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Their appearance reminds me of disgusting metamorphic reptilians when they have hologram glitches on tv ...

  • @grapiebee
    @grapiebee 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    To have such love for something smaller and different from ones self is touching

  • @RadagonTheRed
    @RadagonTheRed 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I never knew bats were so intelligent and loving. So sweet!

  • @edperez3780
    @edperez3780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +422

    Letting him fly just warmed my heart and letting elderly animals live better then they did with their old life is amazing 🥰🥰

    • @justadan5320
      @justadan5320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'll be honest, you know how some owners give their pets costumes for halloween, I think he would pull off the pirate look

    • @KindCountsDeb3773
      @KindCountsDeb3773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      they deserve their golden years to be safe, comfortable, fruity, sunny, interesting, filled with pals and caregivers who love them. This sanctuary should be very proud of themselves. If you want to see the Flying Foxes in Australia, there is another site about rescues and lots of content.
      Megabattie is the name of the channel. I learned to appreciate and love them more from there. Love this page as well. 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇

    • @KTHKUHNKK
      @KTHKUHNKK ปีที่แล้ว

      @@justadan5320
      I think you're right the pirate look would sit

  • @nattywho
    @nattywho 2 ปีที่แล้ว +325

    He’s living the life man…lol. Love that there are people who do such things for a living…God bless you!

  • @Cherry-lc4cv
    @Cherry-lc4cv 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    He's a precious little battie boy, I love him! You are so good to him and he loves you! They are all cute and sweet, bless you, dear 🥰💞

  • @Anlushac11
    @Anlushac11 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    I love that they walk him around the room and he flaps his wings like hes flying.

    • @AdelTheForsaken
      @AdelTheForsaken ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That was so heart warming! 😍

    • @bigt5096
      @bigt5096 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you think he can actually fly ?

    • @PredatoryQQmber
      @PredatoryQQmber ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bigt5096 No. His bones and wings are likely too damaged, he can barely flap them.

  • @jeneenr33
    @jeneenr33 ปีที่แล้ว +374

    When she said the geriatric unit for bats I died.... God love them, nice to see animals being treated with such kindness.

    • @gypsylee333
      @gypsylee333 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Umm she said geriBATric get it right!

    • @meaghancolman8319
      @meaghancolman8319 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@gypsylee333 came here to say this. It was also my fave part

    • @amandasmith9916
      @amandasmith9916 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      OMG me too! I died!👏🏼😹

    • @Lyrikalskate
      @Lyrikalskate ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😂😂😂

    • @paxhumana2015
      @paxhumana2015 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ...and yet humans fail to treat the unborn human babies with similar kindness, or the elderly, and the mentally, emotionally, and developmentally disable with the same kind of kindness that is being shown towards the bat.

  • @billdagoe7371
    @billdagoe7371 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So so so so so so heart-warming.

  • @defskill9484
    @defskill9484 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I also took care of a cat which is completly deaf and almost blind but she is the most thankful living beeing. 💜💜

  • @andreyyaalexander1227
    @andreyyaalexander1227 ปีที่แล้ว +359

    I’ve never understood how bats are associated with horror and monsters. They’re literally so adorable

    • @cl1cka
      @cl1cka ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Easy, the adorable ones are the Foxes. The ones that eat insects can look scary, especially in the dark. Add to that them being nocturnal and often carry Rabies = monsters.
      Rabies is no joke and especially before the injections, being close to bats was like playing Russian Roulette..

    • @MrSoccerstar323
      @MrSoccerstar323 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I promise theyre not too cute when you get woken up by one flying around your room

    • @theamused8705
      @theamused8705 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Most are deadly disease carriers

    • @testerwulf3357
      @testerwulf3357 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@theamused8705 I wouldn’t say most are 😂 There’s many species of bats in many different places of the world!

    • @kingwacky184
      @kingwacky184 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theamused8705 Most are? About 2% of bats carry deadly diseases.

  • @vic7939
    @vic7939 2 ปีที่แล้ว +252

    So wholesome seeing the caregiver position him like he was flying.

    • @jacobwade3625
      @jacobwade3625 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The cone bone: why don’t I dig a trench so you can throw the ball as low as you like!

  • @pippishortstocking7913
    @pippishortstocking7913 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I'm glad he's in a safe place taken care of by the right people finally. Good care, good food, even other bat buddies and sunlight. His happiness shows. 💓

  • @erinmalone2669
    @erinmalone2669 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Bats are so cute. I’m glad they have love and protection

  • @equarg
    @equarg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    I did hear he passed away peacefully in his sleeping hammock this year.
    May he RIP. Probably soaring thru fruit bat heaven, eating to his hearts content🥲
    🦇 🌈 🍌 🍉 🍎
    Thanking your making his last days so happy and worry free.

    • @frostflower5555
      @frostflower5555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      :(

    • @sarahpotts1200
      @sarahpotts1200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the update. I am sure his wonderful, inspirational carers must be bereft but knowing how happy and loved surely leaves us all warmly glowing. God bless humans and bats in this video. Fly happy Statler!

    • @1313wikked
      @1313wikked 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awww...so sad to hear he passed away 😞. What a noble and enriched life he led in his later years. I can see him flying alone majestically in bar heaven. RIP kind soul.

  • @timjohnson8820
    @timjohnson8820 2 ปีที่แล้ว +218

    oh I love the part where he is "flying". So cool to see him still trying to do what he naturally did but can not do any longer