Austin's I-35 expansion may relocate 100,000 bats, raising concerns over methods and new habitats.

Austin's I-35 expansion project is affecting around 100,000 bats living under overpasses. TxDOT plans to relocate the bats using methods like expanding foam and one-way tubes, with concerns raised about the safety and effectiveness of these methods. To provide new habitats, 36 artificial roosts have been installed, though conservationists worry about their adequacy for the large bat population.

November 10, 2024
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