33-Year-Old Bat Loves to Curl Around His Caregiver's Arm and Fall Asleep | The Dodo

Statler, an Indian flying fox, was born at a zoo in 1987. Since then, he's moved from facility to facility. For many years, he was kept in a small space and used for "education." When he arrived at Bat World Sanctuary in 2018, his caretakers made sure he’d have a happy and peaceful retirement.
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[@aprillee4417]

Statler passed at the age of 34 but I bet his last few years with his caregiver were the BEST years of his life. He crossed the rainbow bridge knowing he was loved and cared for!!!!! Love it!!!!

[@Allucards]

F 😭

[@nicecock5703]

man reading this made my eyes wet

[@ojd9145]

😊

[@takumifujiwara4149]

NOOOOO

[@truenorth7949]

my heart's broken but i am really happy he was loved and cared for

[@marycollins1024]

Dear Statler passed away in July 2021 at the age of 34. He was preceded in death by his roost mate Chessie earlier that month. So glad that they got to live out their final years unstressed, well fed, and loved.

[@daviderodriguez4242]

Sad news - but I am very happy these boys did not spend their last years in what ever misery they escaped. Bats are beautiful creatures.

[@kailevil3444]

I am sad to hear that, but was going to happend. I am very glad he was able to live 2 or 3 years in such calm, nice and loving place. He looked so caring.

[@killerkitten7534]

34? My goodness I had no idea they lived that long. It sounds like he certainly had a nice last few years

[@GmmBeast]

@@killerkitten7534 34 is actually extremely old! They usually live 20-28 years in captivity.

[@TbyBr]

Sad news =(

[@BloodofaFool]

The fact that they hold him and fly him around is adorable. What great caregivers.

[@derp8575]

no u

[@hirschmaus8232]

👍👍👍

[@Jb22372]

It’s ridiculous, this bat is treated better than some homeless veterans

[@ColinTBlack]

@@Jb22372 yes but it much more challenging on all levels and resource dependent to take care of the homeless vet sadly. us army vet here.

[@Jb22372]

@@ColinTBlack we have the money and infrastructure, there is no excuse

[@mairi2w2]

I love the "geribatric" ward, too funny! What a precious little guy!

[@guadalupewallace3231]

The caregiver is a GEM, letting him fly around with her assistance, it's people like her that make the world a beautiful place to be....

[@kailenne7149]

Totally agree! Bless her heart!

[@susanlumley5547]

Restores our faith in humanity ❤

[@dannyrichards6233]

🦇 all I see 👀 is covid-19 virus 🌎 🦠

[@zoey1811954]

Yes 👍

[@modelhaus1199]

@@dannyrichards6233 Seriously you still think Covid-19 came from bats?

[@colinburke8389]

He’s found bat heaven: plenty of food, no predators, and very caring assistants! Given his age and injuries, he’s more than earned his peaceful retirement!

[@nintendoangel2478]

He literally did find Bat Heaven…

[@honeynetalove]

Retirement 😭😂

[@Kurt77777]

They should still put him to work once a year to scare the little children on Halloween.

[@colinburke8389]

@@Kurt77777 Heeheehee..........

[@Radioroom91]

Decent roommates

[@skybluepainter]

Letting him "fly" was the cutest thing I've seen this month.

[@austinjrb]

Come back and tag the link for the cutest thing you see next month, because I know I'm not the only one who needs more of that in their life lol happy holidays and happy new year!

[@ziblot1235]

IM sure the old fellow looks forward to that everyday. Its so nice the waty they have fixed it up for him. I hope he lives a long life. His little claws should never have got like that.

[@genebrooks5824]

This is how we get new COVIDS. Nutcases!

[@taylorbaggins3000]

Adorable.

[@socaltrojan286]

@@genebrooks5824 do you plan on eating the Bat? No? Then shut up. The bats alone didn't cause covid. It came from the wetmarkets where people ate meat they should not have and there was cross contamination.

[@Sarahc-mn1tr]

This little old man makes me smile and cry. He seemed like a sweetheart. I love flying foxes. They get treated poorly for just being a bat and considered a pest. They are sweet, loveable, adorable sky puppies. I love the trios morning meetings.

[@HHVV33]

All bats are sky puppies ❤

[@sylviasoffgridhawaiianhome8390]

They are WAY more important than most people realize

[@baskervillebee6097]

Loved that she let him believe that he could still fly.

[@handmadehearts]

Those are beautiful and touching moments watching the two of them flying together. Thank you for sharing what you do. It's wonderful.

[@AggressivelyLoving]

yeah haha I thought that too and only cried for.. like only 3 hours or so. good stuff

[@SuperCheryl66]

Awww, yeah me too.

[@fallonstone408]

This poor guy probably struggled for food and warmth all his life, now in his golden years is gorging like a king in a warm palace and being cared for by warm hands. Having a couple old chums from the same species to "hang" with is a bonus! I hope he lives a long and "fruitful" life.

[@ChromeXuGames]

It's like a little retirement home.

[@buildbreesbod]

Thank you for giving him a chance. 😍

[@siiiiiuu7]

Beautiful comment 🥲

[@Yurovishna]

_OH THE PUNSSS_

[@sarahawkinsliepke4908]

Lol I love this comment... it's cute... he "hangs" with a few old chums.. an hopes he has a 'fruitful " life.. very cute

[@michaelquaid4679]

I'm so glad to know there's a sanctuary for poor old bats. Really cool ladies working there

[@gypsyjengypsydogs9320]

He’s like a Chihuahua with wings. I am so glad that he got to live to his true potential. That is evidence of the power of love.

[@-_miki_-]

Yea and some bats even looks like dogs as a bat! Which is very cute in my opinion.

[@janne639]

A chihuahua with wings! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 ❤

[@Amaling]

Don’t disrespect the fruit bat like that! They would never behave and sound as annoying as a chihuahua

[@gypsyjengypsydogs9320]

@@Amaling I love Chihuahuas. It wasn’t an insult to me. It’s all about perspective. 😊

[@HELLO-yp2zr]

On a besoin des chauves souris. Ça mange plein d'insectes gratos.

[@floydiandreamscapes5145]

Such a noble work. Making the lives of these elderly animals easier.

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@AxxLAfriku]

I have fewer than 1 friend in the World. That's right. Everybody disses me for making bad videos. I think they are perfect though. Who is right? My dissers or me? Which side are you on, dear rick

[@K3L1evt]

Thanks for educating the public about bats. Important species.

[@sir-richard4172]

@@AxxLAfriku Rick will never give you up or let you down. He will never run around or hurt you.

[@Mr.NotNICE_Artist]

Rip drakeo

[@amandashelton1162]

That's like taking an old man out for a walk but he needs assistance. He's a cute old furry bat man. ❤️ He's so spoiled.

[@stevenhenry4227]

Hello Amanda how are you doing today

[@nicolebrown1927]

He definitely deserves to be spoiled, happy and truly loved.💙🤗

[@fredakurzbard4962]

He should be spoiled. I'm happy to see that he is happy and spoiled.

[@Tom-ym7bm]

And responsive, plus not alone! All around pretty great

[@claztube]

heart felt chuckle over this bat and liked your thoughts too..

[@anilu3021]

He’s like a puppy with wings. Lucky guy to have a loving home.

[@thystaff742]

Thanks to horror movies people have an nonrational fear of bats and think of them as pests. When in reality, the insect eating bats are the most crucial in keeping balance of the insect population.

[@nodangles6983]

That's exactly what I was thinking. Honestly, this video has completely changed the way I see bats.

[@Nightmarenightmarenightmare69]

@@thystaff742 nah it’s pretty rational when they were responsible for Covid lol

[@VinVin_31]

@@Nightmarenightmarenightmare69 Because that’s the only reason for diseases.

[@filthycasual8187]

@@Nightmarenightmarenightmare69 They weren't. That was China's excuse. It was actually created in a lab and leaked out, either intentionally or unintentionally.

[@alanmorris7669]

This one is going in my playlist of favorites! Continue letting him fly like other bats do... let him spread his wings and soar high above trees, mountains and valleys!

[@ulyssesgrant2782]

wonderfully spoken

[@earlsmith6722]

Giving elderly animals a chance to enjoy life and feel loved and safe is just the best feeling. Especially when you know they have had a rough life before they met you. Thank you very much.

[@jackieraulerson2005]

Thank you

[@misskitty2133]

I so agree! The older ones have so much love and they’re so grateful. They also have wisdom, you can telll, if only we could hear their stories!

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

So agree with you. God Bless them for their compassion and kindness. Giving those bats a good life in their last days is priceless. Very special and good.

[@hirschmaus8232]

👍👍👍

[@a1marine105]

@@misskitty2133 today's politicians should take notes

[@jackaction7077]

Got my daily dose of cuteness I had no idea sky puppies lived that long.

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@MacI-1970]

33 year is a long time, though there was a cat that lived up to 38 years old. Crazy to think a cat lived to almost a middle aged person lol.

[@ediekoller1144]

Love the term "Sky Puppies"

[@Herbie11]

"Sky puppie" May I use that? 👏

[@PatrickOMulligan]

41 years is the record I think.

[@theinfamousgamer8149]

He passed unfortunately and the incredible age of 34 but it makes me happy seeing how good he was treated and that unlike the other places he was kept at(which he was abused) he was actually being loved and taken care of here. It truly is heart warming❤️

[@margaretclark......akamarm2600]

So sad that he passed but so happy that he finally knew real love and care xx

[@sheliarussell1725]

I'm so sorry for loss you gave him him life happy years and hearing the tone in the interview he gave that love back. Rip Lil man

[@theinfamousgamer8149]

@@margaretclark......akamarm2600 agreed

[@MacI-1970]

Glad he had a great, comfortable life. rip

[@alicelee5045]

I am saddened to hear that he passed away. He lived a long and hard life. But I am happy to see that he experienced love, respect and care that he always deserved in his final stage of life. He was so sweet and lovable. May he rest in peace. I am grateful to have known his story.

[@JadeStrawberry]

I miss you Statler. You had such a wonderful and loving life with your devoted carers. We know you're in heaven, sweetheart.

[@little_hunt3r]

My college teacher always called them “sky puppies” She specialised in bats and taught me so much about these beautiful little dog wyverns

[@Voidi-Void]

Dog wyvern is way better than sky puppy

[@Seeker118]

How do such cute animal's create the monster batman

[@Voidi-Void]

@@Seeker118 what? do you mean man-bat?

[@phyllisjohnson1019]

I’m glad I am not the only one that thought that looked like a little dog. Merry Christmas

[@Seeker118]

@@Voidi-Void look me in the eyes and try and tell me you want to fight batman over man bat please

[@MartyMcFlyV]

I love it when people show kindness to animals.

[@ka-rq2iv]

I agree with you 💯% stories like this always make me 😢😭

[@mikea5205]

I just wish everyone showed this level of kindness to ALL animals.

[@usnchief1339]

I can't give enough likes to this comment!

[@TheCharr1981]

Proverbs 12-10 😇

[@TheCharr1981]

@@mikea5205 Exactly!

[@soakhkwn1646]

seeing the caregivers help him fly is one of the most precious things i’ve ever seen. truly amazing humans helping these bats out

[@matgeezer2094]

Wasn't it lovely, and you could see the happiness in the eyes and the face of the bat. A big thank you to the people who have cared for that animal.

[@rlmpproductions]

The people who care for these animals are heroes 💯

[@Lucysmom26]

The walking him around so he can "fly?" That's love right there, the very best of us humans.

[@kerriefearby9542]

As a former bat rescuer and carer let me tell that bats are super intelligent, loving and caring. They are just the sweetest creatures.

[@leahmurray666]

Thank U for caring for the bats. ❤ All animals are amazing in so many ways

[@AbuHajarAlBugatti]

Well they are very social animals who literally Hang Around in big groups and sleep

[@viniciuscomacento]

​@@AbuHajarAlBugattiI just loved the "literally hang around" bit

[@moonstar21868]

I want this rabies carrying bat shot and tossed in the fire.

[@MichelleKwon-zv7gn]

And so adorable!

[@tracyosick1099]

I’m moved to tears watching the caregivers let this sweet old man fly around. Enjoy the good life, Statler. 😀

[@elinorwuest4780]

It's heart lifting to know there are such kind people in this f ked up world. gives hope for humanity.

[@Mr.NotNICE_Artist]

Rip drakeo tho

[@bethwiegand2957]

Who named him Statler? Too cool.

[@DianaInCanada1]

Sadly this a dodo re-run and he passed away in July this year. Very peacefully and lived his last years in luxury

[@peterpiper47]

Umm that’s not an old man. That’s a bat.

[@BirdWhisperer46]

My brother brought home a Little Brown Bat one day from work. I ended up keeping him til the next spring and let him go free in his old home area. I raised flour weevil young to feed him, he loved them. He never once bit or even tried to bite me, he was quite intelligent. His name was Vlad.

[@TarotTanja]

most humans dont have such wonderful care when they are at his age. he is lucky to have you guys!

[@kasperancher]

You shouldnt need that much help and care in your 30's 😁

[@eliaslaban]

@@kasperancher i was just gonna say that 🤣🤣

[@Demicleas]

@@kasperancher you do when your 90-100

[@rajeshsogun2953]

Don't get jealous.

[@greenapple9477]

@@kasperancher Ever heard of handicaps?

[@christineml1476]

Such a beautiful, but unfortunately, feared, creature.

[@Trund27]

It’s so sad! Bats are wonderful creatures and must be protected. They are so underrated!

[@judigrumm7190]

Biggest issue is rabies but even that is pretty small. They live in our palm trees. But ours are tiny.

[@MacI-1970]

I do not have any issues with bats themselves, it is that awful disease rabies. Great animals otherwise.

[@alexander-mauricemillamlae4567]

@@judigrumm7190 not just rabies, problem is bats are "supercarriers" and most viruses and bacteria they carry don't actually affect them much due to their extremely adaptive immune systems. Hence why the "covid from bats" theory has so much traction in the scientific community - virus is in bat, bat and human don't notice, human eats bat, virus spreads throughout human population because the entire time while in the bat the virus was improving reproductive capabilities, "trying" (not conciously) to affect the bat. By the time such a zoonotic virus reaches a human by ingesting or being bitten by a bat, if it doesn't kill the human within a reasonable timeframe, it will spread extremely fast. This is not all bad tho, and the adaptive immune system of bats is being studied in an attempt to develop treatments for autoimmune diseases such as AIDS.

[@elithluxe7568]

@@alexander-mauricemillamlae4567 that’s the humans fault. Shouldn’t be eating bats as if there isn’t enough food in the world. Some people and cultures love eating everything

[@guymerritt4860]

I never thought I'd write this, anywhere: That bat is an adorable little bugger. Bless the people who take care of this little guy.

[@TsukiNaito1]

Flying foxes are the cutest!

[@MrsBrit1]

He recently breathed his last. RIP Statler!

[@drkatel]

@@MrsBrit1 It’s so sad. Idk if you follow the Australian flying fox channels (mainly Megabattie) but it was equally sad when Walter passed. But both lived into their 30s which is awesome.

[@TheDavejmcknight]

I couldn't agree more!

[@frostflower5555]

There should be more humanity in this world, but how do you teach humans to be humans?

[@tmorton922]

I never knew bats had this kind of personality. Fascinating.Thank you!

[@emberson7850]

There's many different ones out there. Some can be mean when there's a group of them, or afraid when they are alone. Some have very strange sounds coming from them that sounds out of this earth.

[@zzzbbbooo]

Good grief - he's 33, I had no idea they could live that long. Bless him and those who care for him.

[@Floyd69]

I never knew they kinda look like dogs in the face.

[@mcmerry2846]

There are a couple of birds that live close to 80 years as well

[@kngjoea3743]

33 is 99 in bat years.

[@sweiboi]

Bats are just dogs that can fly. And that's the adorable. 😩❤️

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@tvm-manducktv8375 reported for constant spamming

[@emberson7850]

Not all of them. There's a universe of bats that are different. There's even very large ones.

[@stacys8729]

OMG! An elderly care home for bats. This brought a huge smile to my face, so wholesome and adorable. Wonderful people that are doing this.

[@stevenhenry4227]

Hello Stacy how are you doing today

[@chezmoi42]

@@stevenhenry4227 Buzz off. No one is interested in a pick-up troll.

[@stj971]

Brought tears here

[@sxc7566]

The "geribatric" ward was as they called it! 😍🦇

[@mamapetillo8675]

We’re all mammals, and in the long flight, ought to have each other’s bats. Backs. (Ahem)

[@violetfemme411]

I worked for a bat sanctuary in Austin many years ago. SO rewarding. Especially teaching people who think bats are creepy and scary, that they are actually loving, beautiful and kind 💜

[@marys3127]

This is so freaking adorable. These people, and this bat, are great.

[@stevenhenry4227]

Hello Mary how are you doing today

[@raevynyoung9380]

This old batty passed away back in July. He was sleeping on his carers arm and he passed away peacefully, being stoked and loved.

[@hoodedtroodon2901]

*proceeds to cry*

[@Pisces-1978]

Awww no way...😢

[@nunyabiznes33]

RIP

[@tanderson1480]

😢😢

[@starfishw7138]

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing Statler's story with you on utube. So moving the level of care and love you gave him and all those in your charge.

[@setaside2]

"Geribatric" is one of the most adorable zoologic idioms I've ever heard. Brilliant. Kudos to all of you.

[@NotChefCook]

Awwww !!

[@Subject_Keter]

It just works

[@BoondockRoberts]

I totally missed that, glad you pointed it out.

[@paigeott929]

So cute

[@donaldcampbell3043]

Yeah Geribatric such a cool term...

[@riikkaalanen3429]

Statler definitely gives a new meaning to an “old bat” … 😁🥳🥰💕

[@manny75586]

Reading in the comments that Statler passed away is sad to hear. But I'm happy knowing he had people to take care of him in his last years and had other bat friends. Rest easy, Statler.

[@007Julie]

I always come back to this video but wondered if he was still alive. I’m so sorry he passed away but he had his best life at the end and he was so loved and cared for. RIP Statler, you’ll be missed.

[@raizaintilian]

@@007Julie I come to watch this video as well sometimes! I think it’s honestly bittersweet. Seeing this old bat living his best life! It makes me happy that he’s lived a beautiful retirement.

[@raizaintilian]

@@007Julie I come to watch this video as well sometimes! I think it’s honestly bittersweet. Seeing this old bat living his best life! It makes me happy that he’s lived a beautiful retirement.

[@argguti]

I wondered about him frequently since I first watched this, I’m glad he spent his last days in such caring hands. Rest in peace sweet Statler.

[@Curtoonstv]

Rest up man

[@vic7939]

So wholesome seeing the caregiver position him like he was flying.

[@jacobwade3625]

The cone bone: why don’t I dig a trench so you can throw the ball as low as you like!

[@somerskye2750]

These bats are very sweet & not what most people perceive bats to be. They almost look like puppies w/wings. We need more people & programs like this to educate & protect our wildlife.

[@harps1974]

Poisoning if you will

[@whateye8]

It doesn't matter what kind of creature it is; like humans, we all respond to LOVE.

[@josephgallagher6529]

This is what we as humans are supposed to be doing. Taking care of the earth & each other. BRAVO!

[@ardaoguzhan8181]

This is probably how we got corona

[@EneTheGene]

@@ardaoguzhan8181 I doubt they *eat* these bats Arda. That's how corona spread to people.

[@EneTheGene]

@@lesmorley9628 Got any proof of that?

[@timjohnson8820]

oh I love the part where he is "flying". So cool to see him still trying to do what he naturally did but can not do any longer

[@humam3396]

She's like a mother who never gave up on her physically weak child 💗💗😭

[@martinfalls6614]

I've been enchanted by bats from a young age. Thank you for saving this magnificent, handsome boy & giving him his best possible life after captivity. Hope Statler is still with you! Bats are amazingly long-lived for such small mammals (I've heard of a max of 41). Long may he wave! And flap. Geribatric! Love it. I needed this today. Love & Peace to you.

[@heidigroom518]

The caregiver letting him flap his wings and make it look like he's flying was too cute. 😇😊😁🖤🦇

[@patriciabowman8822]

I just love the kindness that has been extended to him! God bless the caregivers.🎄💕

[@Wichert74]

I had no idea that bats could become this old. Simply lovely to see you "fly" together

[@phasm42]

Love this video. "Flying" him around, giving him a big bowl of fruit... so compassionate

[@MEdwin1636]

Thank you so much for this. It reminds me that while there are a lot of cruelty out in the world, there are still people who love and appreciate these little darlings.

[@torrosixsixzero]

Looks like he's living his best life. I hope he lives a much longer and healthy life. Animals give unconditional love, its nice to see humans giving it too.

[@shydoll8343]

He passed away last year at 34

[@hybridShinx]

@@shydoll8343 NOOOOOO

[@Quinntus79]

@@hybridShinx A good life isn’t necessarily tied to longevity. Quality of life is just as important. It’s good this bat got to live his final years socializing with other bats and people.

[@shydoll8343]

34 for a bat is incredible he was the oldest bat in the world! He lived a life better than some people

[@hybridShinx]

@@shydoll8343 he was born in the 80s right ?

[@Anlushac11]

I love that they walk him around the room and he flaps his wings like hes flying.

[@AdelTheForsaken]

That was so heart warming! 😍

[@bigt5096]

Do you think he can actually fly ?

[@PredatoryQQmber]

@@bigt5096 No. His bones and wings are likely too damaged, he can barely flap them.

[@jaguarjake8226]

Awww bats are such majestic creatures,they are actually really cute as well,as well as the this little beauty,he is an absolutely adorable bat🐶🐱🐻🦊🐯

[@runpigrun]

Bats carry rabies, this is super dangerous

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@runpigrun pretty much ANY wild or even domestic animal can carry rabies! 🙄🙄🙄 Pretty sure they have them vaccinated…

[@sunflowersand12]

@@runpigrun they have them vaccinated probably, obviously they wouldn’t be taking care of them if they had rabies

[@nightxlynxs]

Yea, these kind of bats are cute.

[@herronsmith]

Bat people are as wonderful as the bats you care for. Thank you for sharing.

[@Hypnobunny1]

RIP precious baby sadly missed but thanks to these kind people his last few years he had were filled with love cuddles and lovely snacks. Fly free precious 🌹🌹❤️

[@avivabillington5514]

💐 RIP 100%!! Bats are beautiful,they deserve ♥️ & kindness too. Can't believe what other poor bats have gone through 😭

[@equarg]

I did hear he passed away peacefully in his sleeping hammock this year. May he RIP. Probably soaring thru fruit bat heaven, eating to his hearts content🥲 🦇 🌈 🍌 🍉 🍎 Thanking your making his last days so happy and worry free.

[@frostflower5555]

:(

[@sarahpotts1200]

Thanks for the update. I am sure his wonderful, inspirational carers must be bereft but knowing how happy and loved surely leaves us all warmly glowing. God bless humans and bats in this video. Fly happy Statler!

[@1313wikked]

Awww...so sad to hear he passed away 😞. What a noble and enriched life he led in his later years. I can see him flying alone majestically in bar heaven. RIP kind soul.

[@jeneenr33]

When she said the geriatric unit for bats I died.... God love them, nice to see animals being treated with such kindness.

[@gypsylee333]

Umm she said geriBATric get it right!

[@meaghancolman8319]

@@gypsylee333 came here to say this. It was also my fave part

[@amandasmith9916]

OMG me too! I died!👏🏼😹

[@Lyrikalskate]

😂😂😂

[@paxhumana2015]

...and yet humans fail to treat the unborn human babies with similar kindness, or the elderly, and the mentally, emotionally, and developmentally disable with the same kind of kindness that is being shown towards the bat.

[@tarrahbarker24]

HE'S OUTSTANDING! He's got his women taking care of him. AD❤❤RABLE ❤

[@lisamarie8700]

Taking him flying is about the sweetest thing I've ever seen 🥺🥰

[@jm7804]

I don't know what's more touching.... a human who cares enough to give dignity to all living creatures, or an elderly bat who may not have the strength, but still has the will to soar in life. Truly remarkable. Made my day. Humanity may not be dead after all.

[@edperez3780]

Letting him fly just warmed my heart and letting elderly animals live better then they did with their old life is amazing 🥰🥰

[@justadan5320]

I'll be honest, you know how some owners give their pets costumes for halloween, I think he would pull off the pirate look

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

they deserve their golden years to be safe, comfortable, fruity, sunny, interesting, filled with pals and caregivers who love them. This sanctuary should be very proud of themselves. If you want to see the Flying Foxes in Australia, there is another site about rescues and lots of content. Megabattie is the name of the channel. I learned to appreciate and love them more from there. Love this page as well. 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇

[@KTHKUHNKK]

@@justadan5320 I think you're right the pirate look would sit

[@marissafedor]

I’m tearing up - there’s a space for the elderly bats, it’s so cute.

[@norasheffield8036]

He’s like a little puppy with wings! So fortunate to have found caring “hoomans” to take care of him! 🥰🥰

[@SquirrelThis]

Seeing him flap his wings while you whoosh him around the room was the most adorable thing I've seen in ages 😄 bless his geribatric heart and bless all of you! 🥰

[@myrkflinn4331]

Reminded me of a dad holding their kid up so he can fly around haha

[@nathant7437]

Imagine the better world if more people cared and loved animals like these folks.

[@deanwalker6437]

Imagine the better world if humans cared about other humans, the way this person cares about a bat...

[@junekatana78]

Some do but there efforts are wiped out by the cruel and greedy

[@raevynyoung9380]

@@deanwalker6437 exactly. People nowadays act like animals are more important. That is the problem with life. People don’t care about other people, just animals, unfortunately

[@bopo900]

@@raevynyoung9380 they are as important as humans.

[@dalefc9331]

@@raevynyoung9380 you can care about both? I prefer animals, humans are assholes.

[@gingergirl8797]

Thank you for showing the world that bats are not nasty, awful creatures. He seems very happy, loving and handsome.

[@juniorthornton3819]

That's why we have covid

[@sunflowersand12]

@@juniorthornton3819 would you stop being a troll to this video 😒

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@juniorthornton3819 go somewhere else and be a twatwaffle… you are a total loser…

[@codyhill2311]

This is a FRUIT bat not all bats are cute loveable creatures and it's been documented that vampire bats can drink HUMAN blood and multiple children have died after being bit by rabid vampire bats. Not everything in this world is some cute loveable creature just because a video makes them seem harmless.

[@macraghnaill3553]

@@codyhill2311 you are a really happy soul are you not? Humans are not harmless either

[@TwistedTiara]

I love the way he was 'flying' around the facility with the help of the carers, real gems you lot, I love bats, we have a few fly around our house every evening and at dawn. So cute.

[@whutzat]

These people are angels. Screw celebrities and athletes. THESE are the people doing important things.

[@chrisfurius]

Absolutely!

[@Cheekyconnermonkey]

Spot on cos these people deserve praise and should be awarded for there hard work and helping others in need. Celebs and athletes think they are better and need to be mollycoddle..

[@edredden2603]

Beautiful souls thank you all❤️

[@lorenzoparedes2306]

People who do such work with animals are contributing so much more to the world than tacky, gaudy "stars" on stage wearing hoodies and screaming into microphones with arms flailing.

[@RatTaxi]

You said it!

[@kmnunu]

Awww this actually made me sad. Happy that he's safe, but the clipping of his claws was just gutwrenching. Love bats, they're so misunderstood, like many other animals. Warms my heart to see that he's cared for really well. 💓

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@jamezxh]

Gut wrenching watching him being manicured?

[@smexehcougah3]

@@jamezxh I think it's more that he was neglected enough for his claws to grow out that much.

[@kmnunu]

@@Bapplebuse Oh no 😢 May he rest in peace, he was 33 years old in captivity. Glad he was loved.

[@Cutirimicuador]

Their appearance reminds me of disgusting metamorphic reptilians when they have hologram glitches on tv ...

[@alrivers2297]

I love that you let him feel like he's still capable of flying around 🦇

[@K3L1evt]

Bats are so vital to our ecosystems. Thanks for caring for these misunderstood creatures.

[@realdragon]

I do believe all animals are important to ecosystem

[@nattywho]

He’s living the life man…lol. Love that there are people who do such things for a living…God bless you!

[@TigerTigz.]

Very true.

[@captaincoyote1792]

I’m a retired Navy Officer and a retired federal wildlife law enforcement officer. I’ve seen more than my share of man’s evil or dark side. People,who care for animals give me hope. While I’ve always enjoyed seeing bats in the wild, I’d have never believed that a bat could “cuddle. Regardless, I’m so appreciative of people who take the time to care for those animals who can no longer care for themselves.

[@billjamal4764]

Hey, thanks for your service

[@ericwertheim9101]

I'm a Vet too, Air Force/ARNG... Nice to know I'm still in good company

[@captaincoyote1792]

@@billjamal4764 Bill, thank you for that. Made my day….we never tire of hearing it. Take care, sir.

[@captaincoyote1792]

@@ericwertheim9101 Agree, Eric! I always feel a special bond / kinship with other Veterans, no matter when served, which branch, active or reserve, enlisted, NCO or commissioned. So thank you for your kind comment. Its always been a slight disappointment that none of my kids chose to serve. Just yesterday, I talked to my son about seriously considering the ANG. Maybe…..just maybe? Anyway, Eric, take care of yourself…stay safe, brother.

[@andercrash3602]

Flying foxes are amazingly cuddly. Just don't pet them on the back. I made that mistake once while handling a flying fox that my friend's family rescued from their yard during a storm. She (my friend's little sister named her Luna) chirped loudly and then tried to bite me. She immediately made amends by licking my fingers. Altogether, the flying fox moniker is spot-on, because they are indeed like little foxes with wings. The only real difference is that they eat fruit instead of small critters.

[@deborahblackvideoediting8697]

I had no idea that there were bat sanctuaries. The level of care they give these old beauties is wonderful. It truly warms my heart.

[@deborahblackvideoediting8697]

@Chad Abercrombie - I wondered about that too. But I would imagine they would run certain tests on any bats that are new to the sanctuary. And probably keep them in isolation at first.

[@deborahblackvideoediting8697]

@Ask Me If I Care - Thank you, I will be sure to check it out!

[@direct2397]

There is a sanctuary for almost all kinds of animals.

[@IntrovertRockstar]

@Chad Abercrombie just like dogs they can get shots

[@davelowets]

They get rabies shots just like many other animals.

[@dianafrazier2830]

So glad he had such a wonderful final years, with love and care. What a sweet bat. 😻😁😻

[@justsomegothgirl]

I'm so happy Statler gets to spend his retirement with people who absolutely adore him, and some good friends to hang with. Seeing him "fly" is so sweet

[@eliz_scubavn]

He sadly died not that long ago. But like you say, he got to spend his last days loved and cared for with friends around him.

[@user-yb6tk1ru6x]

The amount of love that goes into his care is inspiring and uplifting to see.

[@matgeezer2094]

You could see the happiness in the eyes and face of the bat. Beautiful, and I'd like to say a big thank you to the people who cared for this animal.

[@StanOrlowski]

Bats have been given a bad rap, and I'm glad to see that someone is helping them. Letting them live in dignity.

[@tamarevans9025]

Bats are so unfairly maligned. Such sweet creatures. 🖤🦇

[@fckinsey5439]

Shouldn't we care for innocent human babies? Instead of torture them and murder them?

[@Us3r739]

corona virus originating from bats is a huge conspiracy theory. It’s only the gullible bunch that hate on bats

[@FlareStorms]

@@fckinsey5439 can we not turn a comment about a bat into a debate about abortion 🤨

[@merlith4650]

@@Us3r739 how the hell is that a conspiracy theory? And how does that correlate to "hating bats"? You do live up to your profile name though

[@japavlin]

Tears of joy and sadness; reminds me of how I helped my 18 yo “puppy” in the last 3 months of her life. Despite struggling to stand at times, she LOVED her twice daily SLO-MO walks.

[@vickieturner8688]

I'm 67 years old and I've been fascinated with bats since I was a young child. I passed my admiration of bats along to my kids. They are amazing creatures!! I'm so happy that the Bat World Sanctuary exists, to help these adorable critters! Thanks so much for what you all do!! God bless you!!

[@OShackHennessy]

Humans are capable of such horror and such love. It’s nice to see stories like this. RIP Statler.

[@robertv1273]

you are so right why do we not seek people like this to run our country instead of these filthy psychopaths.

[@donaldzientz9200]

Well put

[@electraruby4078]

@@robertv1273 Because good kind people aren't interested in power

[@MC32595]

right, we’re such walking contradictions

[@pussiestroker]

@O'Shack Hennessy That's right. Humans can show love and care to even a bat that is old, one-eyed and to what most people would find ugly, and terrifying/creepy. If this bat had never came across these caregivers, he would have been the weakest, least favourable, and miserable in the pack. But guess what? The moment the bat learns to talk back humans will make sure the filthy thing is 1000x more miserable than it is when it first got rescued.

[@theaestheticeq]

This is just the cutest 🥺

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@debbiependleton8507]

That is so sweet. Bats are like puppies with wings. Love their little faces.

[@tek512]

Man, he was ancient by flying fox standards. The level of care he must've received to make that possible is incomprehensible.

[@loganasaurusrex8246]

To be completely honest, “scary” or “deadly” doesn’t fit the bat’s description, these poor dog wyverns are so misunderstood. Whatever the case, I love these puppies with dragon wings.

[@Indubidably0]

Nobody misunderstands fruit bats. They're pretty universally loved. Even people that are creeped out by bats admit they're adorable flying puppies.

[@Rhino-Prime]

Dog wyverns

[@scizorlord5126]

Ha, I love the term "dog wyvern".

[@madvax]

They look like big winged rats, as cute and as cudly 🥰

[@filmingislegalmoronfilm]

Yes! That's my take! Looks like a dog with wings!

[@andreyyaalexander1227]

I’ve never understood how bats are associated with horror and monsters. They’re literally so adorable

[@cl1cka]

Easy, the adorable ones are the Foxes. The ones that eat insects can look scary, especially in the dark. Add to that them being nocturnal and often carry Rabies = monsters. Rabies is no joke and especially before the injections, being close to bats was like playing Russian Roulette..

[@MrSoccerstar323]

I promise theyre not too cute when you get woken up by one flying around your room

[@theamused8705]

Most are deadly disease carriers

[@testerwulf3357]

@@theamused8705 I wouldn’t say most are 😂 There’s many species of bats in many different places of the world!

[@kingwacky184]

@@theamused8705 Most are? About 2% of bats carry deadly diseases.

[@joebriggs5781]

He was a good boy. RIP.

[@franksmom3192]

He is so beautiful and precious, how could you not love him

[@thedocofrock1890]

i would never never guessed that a bat could live to 34 years old. the old adage about learning something new every day. you are kind beyond words. shine on statler in your next life

[@EternalxFrost]

When I think about it, 34 years old is as old as I am. Which is pretty impressive for a bat, knowing they usually and generally speaking don't live longer than 10-15 years.

[@Lonsoleil]

He was in good hands! 💕💕💕

[@Starry_Night_Sky7455]

I watched this thinking what a nice retirement community for bats. Do they gather for bingo nights? 😅

[@GingerPeacenik]

Some species are believed to live up to 45 years. Fun fact; the mammalian family closest to primates are bats; their Latin name literally translates to “hand wing”. There is a small bridge species between the two; colugos, aka “flying lemurs”. Look them up; they have both primate and bat characteristics!

[@ShadeSlayer1911]

​@EternalxFrost depends on the species, but apparently the smaller micro bats live longer while the megs bats like this guy love around to 20 typically. But that's lifespan in the wild as well. They got better medical care and no predators in this facility.

[@chic5057]

So heart warming!

[@Drewg351]

These people who care for these animals are all going to Heaven. They've punched their tickets with their amount of love for these animals. It's amazing.

[@voronOsphere]

God bless these wonderful people and the animals they rescue!

[@edinburghredneck]

R.I.P. Statler- I hope he’s soaring painlessly through a beautiful bat afterlife, watching it unfold beneath with both eyes. I’m imagining magnificent caverns leading to an endless paradise of fruit trees and gardens full of bat snacks. All bats deserve to end up there, but especially Statler, for enduring and endearing himself to so many.

[@Henry21053]

That was beautiful. I'm sure he is up there with his buddy.

[@romymasella2702]

What a lovely and wholesome description of the bat afterlife!🥺🖤

[@jeaniebeanie6]

That was so beautiful and moving. Put a smile on my face.

[@thatdude3977]

Not to mentions infinite females to bone 🤔😂🤌 rip lil batty

[@WesleyB-Rook]

He’s a rotting corpse and that’s all 💁🏻‍♂️

[@mad8598]

“They’re so sweet, carrying me everywhere - I’ll flap my wings just to humour them, they seem to love it.”

[@mjohn9199]

That is funny.

[@spankbuda7466]

"I can't wait until my Wuhan brothers get here!"

[@rochelleb973]

He is absolutely precious

[@tvm-manducktv8375]

Look ♫ Look ♫ Look ♫ 💕 ✨ 😊 May the ducks heal you 😊💕✨ May it spread to everyone 💕✨😊

[@grapiebee]

To have such love for something smaller and different from ones self is touching

[@victoriagambardella7136]

When he is brushed with that baby brush, OMG-- and he looks up at his caregiver with such love in that 1 eye that he doesn't need 2.

[@alyzu4755]

"Geribatric ward"! 🥰 The three of them literally hanging out in the morning is adorable! They're like the old, retired guys who meet up at the corner cafe every morning. ❤

[@PADS62]

@alyzu I was thinking the same! They are TOOO CUTE! 😁😊❤️

[@gwiyomikim5988]

Geribatric😂- When I walk to the beach at dusk the bats come out and catch insects on the fly. They are the most interesting mammals, and now I know that some like to snuggle, and the older ones have infirmities of old age just like humans, and some just enjoy life with their buds in the bat cave.🦇

[@dalenjurgens6751]

LOL geribatric, I love it.

[@anonymousmiss]

🤣 haha cute and clever spin i have to say it out loud and type it...Geribatric 🥰

[@marisgoldenhour6212]

😄😄I was thinking the same thing as she mentioned it!

[@debbieprokop9401]

As an old Grandma, I could only wish for this much love, attention and respect! Statler is a fine old handsome man for sure!

[@elizabethharlow6126]

Thank you for taking care of this sweet old man.