The bat house is a bit of an attraction at dusk on pleasant evening. The bats swarm out to catch... read more
This is awesome that UF built this for the bats. Trying to figure out how to do this at my own... read more
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The bat house is a bit of an attraction at dusk on pleasant evening. The bats swarm out to catch their bugs. Any other time, it is just a bat house.
This is awesome that UF built this for the bats. Trying to figure out how to do this at my own home. They're fabulous mammals and contribute greatly to our environment! Kudos U of F!
My wife and I were taken to see the bat houses as a surprise, not being aware that bat houses were popular. We watched in amazement as, when dusk approached, swarms of bats flew out an d enveloped the area. Some people put up umbrellas...More
I saw more bats than I expected! The better view is closer to the last house on the right. Parking is very limited. The area around the conservatory is beautiful, and Alice Lake is worth a visit as well.
Unlike some venues performances, these performers won't wait around for everyone to be seated. Get there at least 15 minutes before dusk and watch the people - and the bats. It's quite a show.
Bats exit the houses at dusk going straight towards Lake Alice insects. They fly right over the spectators like a black cloud. Take an umbrella to protect your head from guano debris falling from the sky. The park near the bat house has beautiful azeleas...More
A must see when you are in Gainesville. Evert evening at sundown, without fail, thousands of bats come flying out of the Bat houses(2). First just a few, then hundreds. Is a sight to see.More
Hello G8114EInancys, Thanks for your comments. Just to clarify for some who may not be aware, we do have cold spells during the winter months. The temperature needs to be about 65 degrees or higher at sundown for the bats to emerge. Kind regards, Paul...More
Even though I have been in Gainsville many times, this was my first visit to Bat House and it was pretty cool. If you have time, you must go see those bats right after sunset. And to my surprise, there were plenty people were there...More
Hello YaseminDL, Thank you for sharing and we're glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. For those who may not be aware, the bats normally emerge 10-20 minutes after sunset depending on the weather. We hope you have an opportunity to visit again. Kind regards,...More
Happened to be in Gainesville for a conference, so we decided to visit the Bat House before dinner one evening. Not being a bat fancier, I was still interested in seeing this nature show. It was incredible! Fortunately we had a warmish evening so we...More
Hi drmakh and thank you for commenting. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit. Kind regards, Paul Ramey
I pass the bat houses every time I go to work. When it gets to be too cold, maybe 50 degree or under, they usually do not come out. When it’s warm enough, the bats come out every night around dusk. There’s benches to sit...More
