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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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