White Nose Syndrome in Alabama

Authorities have confirmed the presence of white nose syndrome in Alabama. The Russell Cave complex has confirmed the presence of white nose syndrome in its bats. The Russell Cave complex is home to the largest hibernating population of the endangered Large Gray bat.

White nose syndrome has now been confirmed in 17 states, and four Canadian provinces. The US Fish and Wildlife Service estimates that up to 6.7 million bats have died from white nose syndrome since it was first discovered in the US Northeast in 2006.  Every year insectivorous bats save the US agricultural industry at least $3 billion; approximately $74 per acre for the average farmer. 

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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/16/bats-white-nose-syndrome_n_1350306.html

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