Idk why youre handling bats but assuming you've never been formally taught if you don't know this is standard practise + in no way harmful
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Replying to @DaniRabaiotti @bat_rates and
When I first started handling bats some people did use this technique for smaller bats however it was discouraged as unnecessarily stressful
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Replying to @maddy_jones15 @bat_rates and
There is literally no evidence for this.
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Replying to @DaniRabaiotti @bat_rates and
The manual notes "Great care must be taken not to strain the forearms or flight muscles." http://jncc.defra.gov.uk/page-2861#download …. Actual evidence.
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Replying to @maddy_jones15 @bat_rates and
Yes you can take care using a pinch grip
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Replying to @DaniRabaiotti @bat_rates and
You can, or you can avoid it entirely & use a much less distressing hold & achieve the same outcome in terms of measurement, id & sexing.
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Replying to @maddy_jones15 @bat_rates and
There are other risks associated with other handling techniques e.g. crushing, self injury etc. What's most important is caution + care
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Replying to @DaniRabaiotti @bat_rates and
I understand the need for care and caution. Less distressed animals are less likely to struggle and cause themselves harm 2/2
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Replying to @maddy_jones15 @bat_rates and
I find some bats bite and struggle more when supported which can easily injure teeth
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Replying to @DaniRabaiotti @maddy_jones15 and
The appropriate grip depends on the circumstances, many bats are perfectly happy in a pinch grip, these are the photos which we share
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