š The University of Florida Bat Houses are the world's largest occupied bat houses, home to hundreds of thousands of bats, located on the UF campus in Gainesville, Florida.
š¦ Witness the spectacular emergence of hundreds of thousands of bats at sunset
š¬ Observe Brazilian free-tailed, Southeastern, and Evening bats in their natural habitat
š³ Enjoy a unique wildlife viewing experience in an accessible outdoor setting
š¶ Conveniently located with free parking and observation benches
ā ļø Be aware of falling urine and guano when observing
š„¶ Bat emergence is reduced or absent during cold, rainy, or windy weather
š« For safety, do not walk directly under the bat houses or pick up bats found on the ground
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Arrive before sunset on warm, calm evenings (above 65Ā°F) for the best viewing
š Focus your gaze on the western sky over the pine trees and streetlights for optimal visibility
š¾ Leashed pets are permitted on the University of Florida campus
š° Free to visit and observe
š Daily, bats emerge 15-20 minutes after sunset. Best viewing from spring through early summer
Free parking lot adjacent to the bat houses
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