23: Hanging with Bats w/ Dr Kristen Lear
Is 'blind as a bat' a real thing? And why do they sleep upside down?
Laika and Albie discover why bats are the BEST halloween costume of all time, thanks to bat conservationist Dr Kristen Lear!
Click the link below to listen on your favorite platform!
Dr. Kristen is a bat conservationist and works to protect bats around the world! She has been working with bats since 6th grade when she built and installed bat houses for her Girl Scout Silver Award project. She earned her Bachelor of Arts and PhD degrees studying bats and now works for Bat Conservation International. She is also a National Geographic Explorer and AAAS IF/THEN Ambassador and loves to connect with kids to inspire their interest in nature and wildlife
Want to learn more about bats? Trick or treat yourself to these resources recommended by Kristen!
