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International Bat Night conservation efforts

Overview

During International Bat Night, conservation efforts and public education initiatives are being highlighted across Croatia and Slovenia to address declining bat populations.

In Croatia, officials note that while 35 species are strictly protected, many face an “unfavorable conservation status” due to habitat destruction, pesticide use, pollution, and climate change. Educational events, such as those in Paklenica National Park, emphasize the ecological importance of bats in pollination and pest control.

In Slovenia, the initiative includes lectures, exhibitions, and guided walks in cities like Ljubljana and Maribor. The current focus for the 2026–2027 period is the Leisler's bat, aiming to raise awareness about its role as a natural pest controller and the threats posed by habitat loss.

Entities

International Union for Conservation of Nature · Ministry of Environmental Protection and Green Transition · EUROBATS · Paklenica National Park · Slovenian Society for the Study and Protection of Bats

Timeline

  1. 17 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Slovenia observes local traditions and International Bat Night

    Slovenia marks local traditions with the Jamnik 'semanji dan' celebrations and participates in International Bat Night to promote bat conservation and awareness.

  2. 18 days ago

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    Bats in Croatia face conservation threats during International Bat Night

    Croatia marks International Bat Night amid warnings from the Ministry of Environmental Protection that bat populations face threats from habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change.

Sources

druzina.si · gorenjskiglas.si · sesvete-danas.hr · Tportal.hr · zadarskilist.hr