Oregon's hoary bat, "Hoary Potter," wins the BLM's annual bat beauty contest for the third time.

Oregon's hoary bat, "Hoary Potter," has won the Bureau of Land Management's annual bat beauty contest, marking the third consecutive win for an Oregon bat. Established in 2019, the contest raises awareness about bats' ecological roles, including pest control and pollination. Despite their importance, bats face threats like habitat loss and disease. The BLM aims to dispel misconceptions about bats being disease carriers through this event.

October 31, 2024
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