Bats need our help now more than ever! A recent report determined that over 50% of our native bats are considered at-risk.  Besides adding diversity and flair to local wildlife, our bats consume countless pest insects every single night. These nocturnal neighbors need our help now more than ever. Join Bat Conservation International’s Community Engagement Manager Erin Cord as she talks about your local bats, the threats they face, and how you can help them right in the comfort of your own backyard! This event is co-hosted by The University of Tennessee Arboretum Society and Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning.

This is a free event but you must register to receive Zoom link and a copy of the recording. Closed captions are available.

About Our Presenter: 

Erin joined the BCI staff in 2019 and is proud to be doing community engagement work on behalf of the organization. Erin double majored in Wildlife Conservation and Entomology from the University of Delaware and received her MS in Wildlife Ecology from the Cesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.  She has over 10 years of experience working as a wildlife biologist and running environmentally focused volunteer, outreach, and education programs. Erin is happiest working at the intersection of science communication and citizen empowerment. She loves working outside and getting people excited about environmental stewardship and wildlife conservation.

Photo Credit: Big Brown Bat by Michael Durham_Minden Pictures

Please contact Michelle at mcampani@utk.edu for any questions or registration issues.