A Bit About Bats - Niamh Roche, Bat Conservation Ireland

About this episode

Niamh Roche discusses the importance of bats in Ireland and their role in the ecosystem.

Niamh Roche works for Bat Conservation Ireland so naturally, we delved into the 9 species of bats that call Ireland home. These winged neighbours of ours are so important for our ecosystem, but also for our sanity as they consume thousands of midges and mosquitos per night! Check out the conservation's website for loads of resources on helping bats, or stay up to date with them in Instagram @batconservationireland . As always, don't forget to follow Book of Leaves on Instagram , Blue Sky or Facebook , leave us a review, and share with a friend. Find my depop profile @cearadc ! Patreon / Buy Me A Coffee X x [04:50] The interview begins with an introduction from Niamh [07:45] A bit about the bats in Ireland [11:20] How they search for food [15:20] How they like to sleep and the lesser horseshoe bat [19:40] their habitats [23:00] What to do if you find bats roosting in your property [25:20] How light pollution and pesticide use affect bats [30:55] Niamh’s advice for people who do want to help bats, and how we can support/help Bat Conservation Ireland [33:30] Niamh’s last leaf suggestions [35:50] Imagining the future   Also mentioned: NPWS Episode on Light Pollution Gardening…

People in this episode

Guest: Niamh Roche

Topics covered

• bats
• conservation
• ecosystem
• Ireland

Keywords

• Bat Conservation Ireland
• species
• midges
• mosquitos

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Ireland

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