Young cats are called kittens. And then there are young foxes, which are referred to as ‘cubs’, ‘pups’, or ‘kits’, one of which is the same term that is used to describe young bears. It’s easy to get confused when trying to keep track of all the unique names that young animals have—so let’s clear up any confusion when it comes to bats.

What exactly is a young bat called, you might wonder? The answer is pup. That’s right, a young bat is a pup immediately upon birth, and it becomes an adult when it’s able to fledge from it’s mother and hunt or forage on its own. In this article, we’ll be taking a closer look at the early life of bat pups, so we can better understand what happens during their youth to prepare them for a successful adult life.

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If you’ve ever seen any cute pictures of baby bats on the Internet you know that bats can be quite adorable. Those cute, cuddly little ears and puckered snout combine to make a downright loveable creature that some might even want to keep as a pet.

Is there anything wrong with keeping a bat as a pet? Can bats be domesticated to the point where they’ll follow an owner’s commands or pee in a small box of litter? We’re answering these questions and more in this article, where we’re going to be tackling the topic of bat-keeping.

Let’s go ahead and address the question head-on: “Are bats good pets?” The answer is clear. No, bats are not good pets.

Here are a few reasons why trying to turn a bat into a pet is a horrible idea.

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Bats are known to fly around caves, abandoned buildings, and even backyards and open areas when daylight turns to evening. They’re seen by themselves as well as in groups. Occasionally, bats will fly in pairs, and a mother bat will even carry her pup with her as she flies.

So, what is the specific term used to describe a group of bats? In this article, we’ll be answering that question and adding some color to this query by looking more closely at bat flying behavior—especially when more than one bat takes to the skies at the same time.

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Let’s get this straight―chipmunks aren’t a danger to humans.  The five-inch long furballs don’t have a single aggressive bone in their body. However, they do tend to cause lots of destruction and chaos when left loose. From chewed wires, uprooted plants, stolen berries to empty bird feeders―chipmunks can make a gardeners life miserable.  Plus, their droppings, leftover food, and constant burrowing can make a big mess.

Therefore, if you have a significant population of these guys tearing up your property, it becomes inevitable for you to start finding out ways to get rid of chipmunks. In our experience, the best strategy is to come up with a proper plan. You need to take steps that combine preventative measures and repellents to keep the cute rodents at bay.

So what’s the plan? Here’s what you have to do to get rid of chipmunks:

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In the world of flying animals, bats are among the most acrobatic, intuitive, and effective flyers to ever exist. These masters of aerial navigation use sonic frequencies emitted by their noses and mouths to better understand their terrain and to locate prey, a feature of bats known as echolocation.

Not only are bats exceptionally good flyers—they’re also distinctly different from birds insofar as their bodies and bone structure are concerned. The flight pattern of the bat is almost a trademark of this animal, and in this article, we’re going to be taking a closer look at just how fast and high bats fly, and for what reasons.

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The maxim that you should never judge a book by its cover holds true when it comes to the contrary appearance and nature of chipmunks.
Just look at this cute, innocent, little rodent – who wouldn’t want to cuddle it!  As much as their appearance and behavior may be heartwarming, chipmunks are wild creatures that unless already tamed, right after their birth. just might respond to touching with a bite!

This doesn’t mean that chipmunks can’t be kept at home as pets. It’s just that you need to devote a lot of time, patience, and space for them. If you’re willing to commit, you’ll love living with these adorable creatures. Before you buy one though, you should look up your state laws and local ordinances because in some regions, it’s illegal to keep chipmunks as pets.

Apart from that, you need to know a few things about these rodents before you bring them home.

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