Alliance, Nebraska Bat Control: Expert Bat Removal Services

Bats in Alliance are often misunderstood creatures. While some people view them as a nuisance, they are gentle animals that should be respected and not needlessly destroyed. Occasionally, bats gain access to buildings where they are unwelcome, which can be distressing for residents. Bat droppings (guano) and urine deposited by a colony of bats in an attic can cause odor and damage. On rare occasions, bats can pose health risks as they are capable of carrying and transmitting rabies and histoplasmosis, although this is extremely rare in Alliance.

Thirteen species of bats can be found in Alliance, but most are uncommon and rarely seen near structures. The big brown bat (Eptesicus fuscus) is found throughout the state and is commonly encountered by the public. This bat is about five inches long from nose to tail, but appears larger in flight. As its name suggests, the big brown bat is brown with black skin exposed on the nose, ears, and wings. Its underside is pale brown.

The red bat (Lasiurus borealis) is sometimes seen around structures and landscapes. It is smaller than the big brown bat and has a reddish-brown to rust-colored top with a paler red underside and a cream or off-white patch on each shoulder. The little brown bat (Myotis lucifugus) occurs in the eastern third of the state. This bat is three to four inches long and is glossy dark brown.

Alliance Bat Facts

Bats are not rodents; they are mammals with membranous wings supported by elongated fingers, enabling true flight. Bats have small needle-like teeth perfect for capturing small insects. They do not chew wood, caulk, or structural materials. Bats are nocturnal and rarely seen in daylight unless disturbed. They have good vision but rely on specialized sonar (echolocation) and hearing for hunting at night. Bats scoop flying insects out of the air with their mouths or use their wings to draw prey into their mouths. Alliance’s bats feed exclusively on insects, consuming more mosquitoes than any bug zapper. A single bat can consume over 1,000 insects per night. They also drink while in flight by swooping over sources of standing water, including swimming pools.