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We
have good populations of bats throughout most of our
area. Our knowledge of these mainly nocturnal creatures
is largely due to the network of voluntary bat groups
in Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside.
For more information on these groups and on bats generally
see the website of the Bat
Conservation Trust.
Common
Pipistrelle - This is our smallest and most widespread species
of bat, and the most frequently seen in gardens.
Soprano
Pipistrelle - This looks just the same as the Common Pipistrelle
but its "song" is at a higher pitch; hence the name. It also has
a greater preference for areas around rivers.
Noctule
- This is our and Britain's largest species of bat. It often roosts
in tree-holes.
Brown
Long-eared Bat - The name accurately describes the bat. It feeds
mainly on moths.
Whiskered
Bat - This species is perhaps more common in our area than many
other parts the country, as is the very similar Brandt's Bat.
Daubenton's
Bat - This species particularly frequents rivers and wetlands,
where it preys on midges. It often roosts under old stone bridges.
Further
information on Bats can be found here
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