BAT BEHAVIORS - AMES
BAT BEHAVIOR & SPECIES IN AMES
SPECIES
Little Brown Bat (Myotis lucifugus): This species is known for its preference for roosting in buildings, bridges, and other structures during the summer. They are insectivorous, consuming a variety of insects, including mosquitoes, which they catch in flight during their nocturnal outings. Little Brown Bats hibernate in winter, often in caves or old mines, where temperatures remain constant.
Big Brown Bat (Eptesicus fuscus): Big Brown Bats are adaptable, often found in both urban and rural areas. They roost in attics, barns, and other structures and are known for their tolerance to human activity. Like the Little Brown Bat, they feed on insects, playing a vital role in controlling pest populations. This species is also a hibernator, seeking shelter in buildings, caves, and trees during the colder months.
Northern Long-eared Bat (Myotis septentrionalis): This species is more forest-dependent, roosting in tree cavities or under bark. They are particularly affected by the loss of forest habitat and the disease white-nose syndrome. Northern Long-eared Bats feed on a variety of insects caught in flight, using echolocation to navigate and hunt.
BAT BEHAVIOR ACROSS SEASONS
Summer: Bats are most active during the summer months when females form maternity colonies to give birth and rear their young. During this time, they seek out warm, secluded spots such as attics or barns. Their nightly activities include hunting for insects, which can lead to them entering human dwellings through open windows or unsealed openings.
Winter: As insect activity diminishes, many bat species in Iowa enter a state of hibernation or torpor. They seek out locations that will remain undisturbed and at a constant, cool temperature, such as caves or abandoned mines or in your attic and walls.
Migration and Hibernation: Not all bat species in Iowa migrate; some hibernate locally, while others may travel to find suitable hibernation sites. Their ability to hibernate or migrate depends on their species, health, and the availability of suitable habitats.
Little Brown Bat (Myotis lucifugus): This species is known for its preference for roosting in buildings, bridges, and other structures during the summer. They are insectivorous, consuming a variety of insects, including mosquitoes, which they catch in flight during their nocturnal outings. Little Brown Bats hibernate in winter, often in caves or old mines, where temperatures remain constant.
Big Brown Bat (Eptesicus fuscus): Big Brown Bats are adaptable, often found in both urban and rural areas. They roost in attics, barns, and other structures and are known for their tolerance to human activity. Like the Little Brown Bat, they feed on insects, playing a vital role in controlling pest populations. This species is also a hibernator, seeking shelter in buildings, caves, and trees during the colder months.
Northern Long-eared Bat (Myotis septentrionalis): This species is more forest-dependent, roosting in tree cavities or under bark. They are particularly affected by the loss of forest habitat and the disease white-nose syndrome. Northern Long-eared Bats feed on a variety of insects caught in flight, using echolocation to navigate and hunt.
BAT BEHAVIOR ACROSS SEASONS
Summer: Bats are most active during the summer months when females form maternity colonies to give birth and rear their young. During this time, they seek out warm, secluded spots such as attics or barns. Their nightly activities include hunting for insects, which can lead to them entering human dwellings through open windows or unsealed openings.
Winter: As insect activity diminishes, many bat species in Iowa enter a state of hibernation or torpor. They seek out locations that will remain undisturbed and at a constant, cool temperature, such as caves or abandoned mines or in your attic and walls.
Migration and Hibernation: Not all bat species in Iowa migrate; some hibernate locally, while others may travel to find suitable hibernation sites. Their ability to hibernate or migrate depends on their species, health, and the availability of suitable habitats.
BAT REMOVAL - AMES
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Your Local Experts in Humane Bat Eviction. At Creed Pest Control, we understand the unique challenges bats present to homeowners and businesses in Ames, Iowa. Our specialized bat removal services are designed not only to address your immediate concerns but to do so with the utmost respect for these essential creatures and the environment.
Understanding Iowa's Bats: Iowa is home to several Behavior Significance bat species, each with unique behaviors and habitats. These nocturnal creatures play a crucial role in our ecosystem, controlling insect populations and pollinating plants. However, when bats take up residence in our homes or businesses, they can become a nuisance and pose health risks through droppings and potential disease transmission. Recognizing the importance of bats to the Iowa ecosystem, Creed Pest Control employs humane and effective strategies to resolve conflicts between bats and humans. Our Comprehensive Bat Removal Process: Our bat removal service in Ames, Iowa, encompasses a thorough approach to ensure your property is bat-free and remains that way. REMOVAL STEPS: 1. Inspection: Our team uses advanced equipment, including thermal imaging and drones, to conduct a detailed inspection of your property. This technology allows us to identify bat entry points and roosting spots accurately. 2. Identification: Correctly identifying the bat species is crucial to determining the most effective removal strategy. Our experts are trained to identify all bat species native to Iowa, ensuring our approach is tailored to your specific situation. 3. Installation: We utilize humane one-way valves that allow bats to exit your property without returning. This method ensures a safe and effective removal without harm to the bats. 4. Seal-Up of Entry Points: Our commitment to quality extends to the materials we use. Only high-quality sealing materials are employed to ensure that once bats are removed, they cannot re-enter. This step is crucial in preventing future infestations. |
WHY CHOOSE CREED PEST CONTROL?
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BAT EVICATION WINDOWS
In order to protect bats in Iowa we only install one way valves during two seasons. In the spring we can install one way valves when overnight temps reach an average of 50 degrees and not after April. We then have another window September-October after the pups have flighted to get them out safely.
ADVANCED TOOL AND MATERIALS
At Creed Pest Control on of our core values is creativity. This values shines through in our bat services as bats in Ames present a unique challenge, not only to find and remove the bats safely but also to ensure the long term success of your bat evocation. Below is a list of some our our awesome tools to help keep us, the bats and your home safe!
Drone Inspections
Remote operated drones allow us to perform a through roof inspection while limiting our time on your roof. This expedites the inspection time and reduced the risks associated with manual roof inspections! |
Ridge Vent Protectors
Ridge vents are a common way for attics to be vented in Iowa. They allow airflow out of the attic space through a manufactured gap in the roof peak. Unfortunately these ridge vents are often damaged by storms or weather and can warp or break and allow bats and other pest into the attic. Our Ridge vent protectors will stop bats and other pest from entering the attic through ridge vents, permanently and must less expensive then replacing the damaged ridge vent. |
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Materials
When it comes to sealing bats out for good, its important that the proper materials be used for lasting protection. Our staff are trained on selecting the right materials for the job, weather that's stainless steel woven material, Bat safe one way valves our quick set closed cell foam, you can rest assured we will only install the best products to protect your home for the long term! |
Bat Cameras
The installation of bat cameras allows us to monitor for bat activity and aids in locating areas that require further inspection. This is a great tool if our customer have a "mystery" sound in the attic or are unsure if they have an active bat infestation. |
