FWC recommends professional help with bat exclusions during Bat Week

Revision 1 · Wildlife and conservation · Florida statewide · Record prepared

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An October 26 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission notice recommends experienced professionals for safely excluding bats from buildings.

What the record says

FWC notice released October 26, 2026.

FWC recommends an experienced professional for appropriate, safe bat exclusions.

FWC says Florida has 13 native bat species and describes their insect-eating ecological benefits.

Source details and supporting locations.

Practical next step

Read FWC’s current guidance and consult an experienced professional before arranging an exclusion.

Limits and what is not established

Check current FWC requirements before arranging an exclusion.

Sources checked October 28, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.

Original sources

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission: original information

Corrections and history

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