# International Bat Night conservation efforts

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-bat-night-conservation-efforts
> Updated: 2026-08-29T06:33:21.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

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.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: 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 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/slovenia-observes-local-traditions-and-international-bat-night

### 2026-08-28: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bats-in-croatia-face-conservation-threats-during-international-bat-night

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Cite as: International Bat Night conservation efforts. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/international-bat-night-conservation-efforts