Bat Identification........?

[Rolfe 2]

I was called out to a suspected mouse infestation in some outbuildings and was show some droppings on a pine dresser. The client was convinced they were mouse droppings but i had my doubts and told her so. Bat droppings and mouse droppings are easily confused so shining the torch about the roof void...........i found the real culprit watching me suspiciously from above...!

I am no bat expert so could someone identify the bat species.........i had a very quick look on google and there are a few that look very similar so i am not quite sure........any sensible suggestions would be appreciated..........!

[watchman 256]

long eared maybe dont know for sure

[leegreen 2,222]

I think you'll find it's a Brown Long Eared Bat, quite common.

[willum 89]

2nd the above

[Rolfe 2]

Thanks Guys.............

[arnieboy 93]

Thanks Guys.............

mouse droppings dont turn to powder when you rub it in your fingers also if you take notice you can see parts of the insects that the bat has eaten

[Rolfe 2]

Thanks Guys.............

mouse droppings dont turn to powder when you rub it in your fingers also if you take notice you can see parts of the insects that the bat has eaten

 

Yes.........it's the easiest and quickest way to tell if they are mouse or bat droppings..........but it the words of Michael Caine "Not many people know that"........