Listen "An Evening with Somerset's Rarest Bat"
Episode Synopsis
S6E59 This week, we’re diving into an evening adventure at the stunning Tintinhull Gardens in Somerset, owned by the National Trust. Joining the Somerset Bat Group, we’re on the hunt for one of the UK’s rarest bats – the elusive grey long-eared bat.In this episode, you’ll hear:🦇 What makes the grey long-eared bat so rare and fascinating🦇 The Somerset Bat Group’s efforts to discover more about this species within the County🦇 A behind-the-scenes look at their bat survey in the beautiful gardens of Tintinhull🦇 Insights into the habitat and behaviors of this secretive batWhether you’re a seasoned bat enthusiast or just curious about the creatures of the night, this episode is packed with discovery, conservation passion, and the magic of Somerset’s wildlife.Links and Resources:Learn more about the Somerset Bat Group here and find the results of the GLE project hereFind out about Tintinhull Gardens hereLearn about grey long-eared bats hereFollow us to stay updated on all things bats! Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with fellow nature lovers.Support the showPlease leave us a review or star rating if your podcast app allows it because it helps us to reach a wider audience so that we can spread the word about how great bats are. How to write a podcast review (and why you should).Got a story to share with us? Please get in touch via [email protected] are magical but misunderstood. At BCT our vision is a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together. Action to protect & conserve bats is having a positive impact on bat populations in the UK. We would not be able to continue our work to protect bats & their habitats without your contribution so if you can please donate. We need your support now more than ever: www.bats.org.uk/donate Thank you!
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