Yes! Once you put your BatBnB up in a good location, you shouldn’t have to move it again. Some bats will hibernate in the BatBnB during winter, but most will likely hibernate in a nearby cave or by flying south. Learn more in the Bat Education Zone.

Bats live almost anywhere there is moderate climate and insects, including in urban areas. The key to helping bats find your BatBnB is in placement. Sunlight and height are the two most important factors. Each unit needs at least 6+ hours of direct sunlight each day, and they should be hung at least 12-20 feet high (the higher the better). Placing BatBnBs on the side of a house, barn, or shed is the best. Poles work too, but we don’t recommend mounting BatBnBs on trees because they often provide too much shade and easy perches for predators. If you do prefer to place it on a tree, make sure it is a sunny spot at least 15 feet from the nearest branch where predators can perch. Additionally, having a natural water source (pond, stream, brook, etc.) within a mile of your property is ideal, but not necessarily a deal breaker. Small things like having water features and night-blooming flowers can also help attract bats. Learn more about ideal placement in our hanging guide.

 

Check out our Hanging Guide for details. BatBnBs should ideally be placed 15-20 feet from the ground on a wall, shed, barn, or post that receives 6-7+ hours of direct sunlight each day. Keep them away from areas with heavy foot traffic, and make sure the guano can fall into a low traffic, non-edible garden bed or lawn where it won't disturb you or anyone in your family -- the plants will love the natural fertilizer! Trees are almost never a viable option, they should always be a last resort as they often house predators and can obstruct necessary sunlight. If you must choose a tree, make sure it’s 15 feet or more away from the nearest branch, and that it still receives the necessary sunlight.