Long eared bat (c) Liam O'Hara
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Creatures of the night
These fascinating nocturnal creatures are highly active during the summer months and can be attracted to your garden by making it insect-friendly, as these tiny mammals have huge appetites. By planting pollen and nectar-rich plants (particularly evening-scented) and providing a pond, you can encourage these natural pest controllers to come to you.
Liesler's bat (c) Tom Marshall
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Find out more about these stars of the night and get lots of simple ideas to help welcome bats into your garden or green space.
Daubenton's bat (c) Dale Sutton/2020 Vision