Rescuing a baby flying-fox alone in a tree: this is Xanto

Xanto is a baby black flying-fox who was heard crying out in a backyard for 2 nights before the members of public managed to locate the source of the sound and identify that he was a baby and needed help.
He has been brought into care where he will be raised till he's old enough and ready for release in about 3 months.
He's a forthright little soul who has gone sooky for a while but is doing OK. He's going to be transferred to a carer who has a lone black pup, so the 2 can be raised and buddied together.
When the hand raised babies are 3 months old, they go into a creche, where they join other orphans and form a group. They learn batty etiquette and how to live in a batty society.They shrug off their human mums and want to be with the other batties. When they are emotionally and physically ready, and uninjured, and around 4-5 months old, they’re put into a release cage under a colony and they can integrate into the colony and fly out with the wild bats. If they can’t find enough food, they can always come back to the cage for a feed. Support feeding is put up on the outside of the cage for as long as they are coming back and eating it. When the colony flies out for winter, they have fully integrated and fly out with them.

[@keldaogg2157]

He is totally terrified. I don't blame him. Poor baby doesn't know he is in the safest hands. He will get the best care.

[@delete---7593]

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[@mathgasm8484]

@@delete---7593 its a wild animal so it assumes its going to be eaten and its crying for its mother.

[@ieuanhunt552]

Well if you had some giant pick you up, wrap your limbs in fabric and pick you up making a load of noise into a plastic box. You might be a little bit scared.

[@eviljoel]

I love the part at 1:25 when you're interrupting his screaming with apple juice, and he looks so confused.

[@BALLERWOLF]

ikr? he looked like he couldnt tell if he liked it or not lol

[@eileenlester4342]

LOL

[@DerAua]

ikr!:-D

[@WirableCrown1]

If I was in his situation, I would be confused too haha.

[@obscurelyvague]

"BugPope" I did not think that flying foxes ( or bats) nurse like a lot of mammals do.

[@bettywight9401]

On a scale of 1 to outraged, he was pretty outraged.

[@Madison-iw8ix]

To be fair, he's probably had a bad day. First, him mom goes to the store for milk and never returns. Then he's stuck in a tree. Then some weird, hairless, ugly creatures (not calling anyone here ugly, but bats probably think we're weird looking) assault him. Such a lame Christmas.

[@NOCTUMSEMPRA]

@@Madison-iw8ix LMAO, it was so damn cute nevertheless. Funny comment there.

[@erismana2105]

It's always a good sign if they are like that it means they are fighters and have a good chance to recover from their ordeal .

[@annbell6453]

"Raaa raaa raa raa raa ra....hmmm, that's not bad, that apple juice! Now, what was I saying...oh yes, raaa raaa raa raa"

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

😂😂😂

[@ziziflor9019]

🤣🤣🤣

[@JoJo-lg8hr]

This made me chuckle 🤣

[@PurityVendetta]

😊😍

[@jagslifeandskills9775]

So cute 🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍

[@buckeyehockey1979]

The Blacks have such a different voice to the greys. He is simply gorgeous. That juice moment though, it's perfect. The moment they realize they are safe.

[@epicwalrus7183]

Almost reminds me of a squeaky toy at some points. Adorable little guy.

[@gobbledygoook]

Isn't it because it is a baby and not an adult?

[@--Paws--]

It sounds like a squirrel's squeaking.

[@voodooozo3755]

He actually stopped yelling after you gave him teddy bear, that's surprising.

[@gageunruh3574]

Its comfort, it makes it feel like it's not alone or it can hold onto something for safety. Predators dont make prey feel safe normally, so he probably realised he wasnt gonna die.

[@tamarrajames3590]

He also used up his adrenaline spike, along with realizing he wasn’t being eaten.🖤🇨🇦

[@BaronessErsatz]

"It's all too much to process---oh, juice! Cool! Still not having a good day, though...."

[@shannonfisher6351]

Oh my heart! Never heard them cry like that before! Just like human babies. Bless your heart. For all you do, for all the scratches, bites and burials.....for the dummies and the bottles and yummy juices...I'm sure I speak for many here. Thank you. We need these awesome little critters and somebody has to care about them. I used to rescue squirrels, well hubby did. Take care sweet darlin

[@lacha608]

Oh my gosh. Six more to pick up? Thanks so much for helping them.

[@Megabattie]

I have 13 now. A few are going out today and a few more are coming in. I hope to end up with a manageable 8 or so.

[@lacha608]

Oh my gosh. Hang in there. You're the best. What you're doing is so special.

[@dmp9021]

He is a handsome boy! Thank you to the man who located him and called you. Thank you for saving that little cranky boy

[@cindywitter9741]

What a handsome boy ♥️. I like that people were asking questions about him, they learned a bit about FF baby’s today 😊.

[@JadeStrawberry]

I can understand why he's so cranky, but at least he'll have a little friend soon. Merry Christmas, Meg.

[@BruhTNT4258]

It’s nocturnal, and it was probably sleeping in the tree when it was caught.

[@GregoryM1]

I love just how understanding of the bats' emotions she is. She's probably more so than most people

[@tracyjacoby2382]

Xanto's sound is so heartwarming!!🖤🦇🔊🤗💓💓 "Time for your straight jacket!".😂 I hope everything worked out well for him, I'll have to look up more Xanto videos later. Thank you Meg.💕💕

[@Megabattie]

Xanto went to the Shoalhaven because Trista had another Black in care about the same age. It's better they get buddied.

[@abigailfletcher1222]

Bat: Cry, whine, cry, whine! "Taste it sweetheart." /HOLDS MOUTH SHUT/ Bat: -muffledcry,muffledwhine,muffledcry,muffledwhine!...-

[@ilovemydogsjosyamy1798]

Yeah! this is my favorite part 😂🤣

[@hopeful_krystal]

Bat: *screaming* Lady: H E R E. J U I C E. Bat: Owo?

[@voodooozo3755]

You know the rules and so do I! Say goodbye! *furry slayer batalion breaks in*

[@Falckie8008]

OwO

[@celesterodriguez9974]

Aquirufar 😊😊

[@samsungisbetter1015]

That is not a bat that's a flying fox

[@Megabattie]

@@samsungisbetter1015 If you're going to attempt to correct someone on my channel, perhaps you could get your facts straight. He is both a bat and a flying-fox. Flying-foxes (with an hyphen, you will note) are a kind of fruit bat. All flying-foxes are bats; not all bats or all fruit bats are flying-foxes. He is a Black Flying-Fox So make sure you use an hyphen to denote that this is not a fox who flies, but a type of bat. And learn to recognise that bat is a correct term, as is flying-fox. Bat is an umbrella term for all the microbats and the fruit bats and the flying-foxes and the blossom bats.

[@lauriecarver-estes2965]

Beautiful baby...

[@christopherherreen2090]

Thank You ❤️

[@HumanimalChannel]

Aw. Crying like a very young one, just like newborn humans. Heartbreaking.

[@tracyjacoby2382]

Bless Xanto's heart!!😢🖤🦇💕💕💕 Well I know he was in the VERY BEST hands and the VERY BEST Care with you Meg! Glucose, fruit juice then Teddy Bear!!🧸🤗💓💓 Bless you Meg💕 for his rescue and to the MOP's for calling for rescue.👍🥰

[@PlanetRockJesus]

Love this woman and her skills. She's the Steve Irwin of bats!

[@nak8490]

Those cries... I'm glad he rescued. He's a cute fuzzball!

[@philhall1701]

You are an angel to these beautiful creatures

[@Megabattie]

There is nothing angelic about me. Just call me Fairy FFoxmother and I'll be happy

[@andrewjeffrey9]

They're gorgeous darn it!!! Good work madam!!!

[@mariashelly4812]

Thank you!

[@syrenamilani3115]

Blessings bebbe Xanto, & M.B. ... 🙅💖

[@yupper4030]

This lady is so sweet

[@eteline_music]

"WAHWAHWAHWAH-- Hmm, apple juice, this is nice... WAHWAHWAHWAH..."

[@tinawitte420]

When crying brings about the apple juice.... more crying should bring about more apple juice. Impeccable logic 😊

[@tamarrajames3590]

@@tinawitte420 I just came back for the look on his face when she holds his mouth closed. It always makes me laugh. Just came from poor Cobb.🖤🇨🇦

[@mspionage1743]

Beautiful creature.

[@littlemrpinkness295]

Outraged but so very adorable

[@collettemcquaide1662]

I think I melted. A baby black Flying-fox and his bottle. ❤❤

[@Pontiacfender]

Thank you for what you do

[@grimaldoteodoro268]

Beautiful and cute.

[@WolfGoddess77]

Aww, look at him doing big wings! I love the little ones who have the big attitudes.

[@patsyspry6248]

Aww! Precious little baby!💓💓💓💓

[@bcsurvivor4713]

He's so pretty!

[@LaNoire27]

He's adorable.

[@justingerstner3421]

He is so pretty

[@gobbledygoook]

What am adorable little fellow !

[@shaggygreybear7089]

🫠🥲 thank you so much for what you do for those beautiful animals.

[@calyx93]

she gets an award for having to deal with that fellow's constant questions. reminds me of my dad - has to know everything and has no sense of decorum.

[@Megabattie]

I like it when the MOPs are interested and ask good questions.

[@nightponyinrface6009]

poor little Xanto.... he's so scared right now... It's ok little batty baby. Your in good hands now~ 🖤🦇

[@Megabattie]

He's gone to a new carer who has another lone black baby in care, and he'll be a buddy for her. I really loved little Xanto being here

[@inisaldridge]

He looks so cute 🥰

[@debralynnpaxton5238]

♡❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Precious, Adorable darling ❤❤❤❤❤

[@littledragoncatv5419]

I just want more people like you in the world

[@Megabattie]

Trust me, if there were more Megs in the world the world would be overloaded and a really scary place. How about you wish there were more people who did what I do, rather than more people like me. I think there are lots of people who do this and we're lucky to have them.

[@littledragoncatv5419]

@@Megabattie yep, that sounds good, I understand. I just appreciate your work ☺️

[@evelynbonner3908]

It's magnificent that the public cares about so much about all the animals and calls for rescue, and that there are so many trained and willing to help. I have learned so very much about Australia and Australian wildlife in the last few months, especially the bats and marsupials. I've grown to love them all, as well as their carers.

[@i_bleed_makeup1187]

Wow!! He was a cranky little guy 🤣🤣🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@dustingaethje1332]

To be fair, he was already scared for his life before he got picked up by a strange, unknown giant 🤣🤣🥰

[@smoothandchunky1]

❤️❤️❤️ Sweet Xanto ❤️❤️❤️

[@truckerman9836]

Thank you for caring for a creature most people despise, I happen to love bats.

[@Megabattie]

I adore the little ones; it was an unexpected thing but I fell in love with them 15 years ago and it changed my life for the better.

[@swedishjennifer5413]

Hi !!! Thanks for what you do. Take care

[@Megabattie]

Thanks Jennifer

[@theboulder027]

Aww poor baby crying for momma

[@timriecken5453]

I love bats so much. I love watching watching babies being cared for. Thank u ❤

[@etl_undxrcxver]

1:22 The fact that it goes to AAA AAA AAA AAA AAA AAA To AaGGgaggagagGgGshhgaggag To *dead silence* Is litteraly the funniest thing ever 😂😂😂😂

[@heleneo7]

I LOVE BATS OMG THEYRE SO CUTE

[@julierobichaud6393]

I love the black flying foxes💙

[@Lisa-eu9fy]

Yay!!! Another beautiful sky pup saved......fingers and toes crossed! 👍👍💎💖💖

[@Teremei]

I'm so glad this crankiness wasn't from fatal injury. Sending good batty vibes his way!

[@Catlily5]

Such a cutie!

[@kathleenrojas4427]

Poor little baby all alone..thank you for saving this beautiful angel💖

[@karenpresley7101]

He is beautiful. Of course, they are all beautiful. I love seeing all these little babies. Thank you. xxx 💖🎄💖

[@Truzyxx]

I love hearing the MOPs being interested and asking questions. Growing up in Texas I knew way too many people with an “if it moves, shoot it” attitude towards animals. People actually wanting to learn more is refreshing.

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

Sounds right about Texas

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

What is a MOP? 😄

[@Truzyxx]

@@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim Member-of-Public, the random people around.

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

Truzyxx and Texans have an “if it moves, shoot it” attitude towards people, too 😂 after hearing what happened to Ahmaud Arbery, I’m NEVER VISITING GEORGIA. Staying in my deep blue state for now 😅

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

Truzyxx cool, thanks! I thought it was like a “Muggle” from Harry Potter, people who aren’t part of the wizarding world :)

[@zenster1097]

So cute.

[@theweedusama]

Merry Christmas everyone 🎄❤

[@annewinchester6945]

I love their beautiful wings.

[@xCmOn3yx777]

thank you for what you do... we need much more of this... in this evil world

[@Megabattie]

I have over 3000 videos up - go looking through the orphan bat playlists, and perhaps the Walter playlist for more happiness and cuteness

[@lorriestewart371]

Such a little cutie!

[@MaximilienBailly3]

So cuties noises when come apple juice

[@kathyvega2864]

Where’s my mom,want my mom sweet baby. Little boy❤️

[@ellp152]

Look how black he is 🖤how beautiful! 🦇

[@asinelliplatamona8348]

Thank You For Saving Him He is Beautiful

[@dylanleamananderson7811]

What a nice lookin’ sky doggo

[@prozaccowboy]

God smiles on you everyday watching over these babies!

[@panos4800]

he is so cute

[@HappyComfort]

I love the black batties! They are so beautiful! He reminds me of Licorice, when you had him a while ago 😊💕👍

[@Megabattie]

Liquorice was about 12 months ago.

[@joannegray5138]

Aw, bless him - he had every right to be grumpy. Hope he's feeling better now 😘

[@howiseeit5129]

Blacks are my favourites!

[@sathalheimer67]

He's darling. So sorry he's lost his mum (or vice versa).

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

I think xanto is very brave and great in care and I think he loves that apple juice and that looks good I love the way u cover this baby bat up like a baby wrap up in the cotton

[@llc1976]

He’s so handsome! What a lovely face. Noisy guy! Sounds like a bike horn! Gargle scream from juice lol

[@relaxwithmeditationandnatu1351]

awww sweet baby

[@roshandawalton8]

Oh I loved when she put that lil pacifier in his mouth. Shes a kind woman.

[@sandytrosper7258]

He is so precious🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤💋💋🦇

[@kalanilowe5922]

So cute 🥰

[@elizabethjarvie6077]

Awww. He's a lively one! 🦇 thank you for caring for him. So adorable. 💔 you can tell he misses mom though.

[@Megabattie]

He's a wild baby and has been wild raised by his mum; he knows his life is not supposed to be lived out with humans; they cope less well with being hand raised and usually remain wilder, however some of them are hit really hard and grieve and mourn for their mum, then surrender to the human raising them and become very sooky.

[@CristinaF210]

shouting at Meg isn't he??? the way his screams its like a complete sentence, so so sooooo absolutely adorable, i just wish i could speak battle, what a beautiful cute little baby, and he was confused with the juice but decided to continue the outrage 😄 thank you Meg 💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@jeanneblondewomanstamping9788]

Good job, Meg. Hope he comes out of the sookie/sulky phase soon and enjoys hanging out with another black baby.

[@Megabattie]

He was transported 200 kms today to his new carer and a buddy. I am sure he will do well.

[@EverythingPal69]

Congrats on 100K subs! :)

[@cringe6059]

HOW ARE THEY SOUND SO DAMN CUTE

[@Rick__C-137]

Aw, poor little fella! 💗

[@pedrodemoraes8931]

lovely

[@saradejesus9869]

Love that baby. He's a fighter - he'll make it because of you

[@melissahoney8317]

People are curious and how they living that's a good thing

[@candacebaughman420]

Good luck little guy!

[@helenscott8202]

Oh my, a lonesome, beautiful little boy. At least he probably hasn’t hit his head all over the place since he’s not flying.

[@Megabattie]

From memory he was an early flyer but I may be wrong on that. I think I had to move him along really quickly because I couldn't have a flying baby in my living area. I moved him south to be buddy with Elvira. They have since been released

[@razvandobos9759]

Merry Christmas to you and your batty friends!

[@69SalterStreet]

You're always so nice about questions

[@pjp9383]

Yes, 101 thousand! Congratulations on the milestone!

[@Megabattie]

I hit 100K subscribers and 45 million views early this morning

[@pjp9383]

@@Megabattie And added another 1000 during the day? Impressive! The more subscribers, the more the message gets out. Bats are our friends!

[@Megabattie]

the extra 1000 was in an hour

[@FirefuryAmahira]

His cranky was adorably chirpy! Love that confused gargle that precedes the juice moment. Happy holidays, and here's to hoping things lighten up for you! Saw in the comments, 13 babies YIKES!

[@Megabattie]

Yeah. It became 15 babies for an hour or 2. I think I have maybe 9 or 10 now. I'm not sure. I have to count them again when I go to do a feed

[@calonstanni]

He's so funny. God luv him!!!

[@facetedperspectives9950]

He’s got strong lungs . He’s adorable and just so damn cute. Love his little voice... the apple juice certainly works the magic. In love with him🦇🦇🦇❤️❤️❤️‼️