Saving Missouri's Bats, Kirsten Alvey-Mudd's Fight Against White-Nose Syndrome

Kirsten Alley Mudd, founder of Missouri Bat Census, shares her lifelong passion for bats and her efforts to combat white nose syndrome, a devastating fungus affecting bat populations. She explains the impact of the syndrome and her organization's rescue and rehabilitation programs. Kirsten emphasizes the importance of bats in the ecosystem and addresses common misconceptions, highlighting the pride in seeing bat populations recover.

Who is Kirsten Alley Mudd?

• A renowned bat researcher from Canada

• The executive director and founder of Missouri Bat Census

• A famous wildlife photographer

• The author of a book on bats

What is white nose syndrome?

• A type of bat species

• A fungus affecting bats

• A bat feeding habit

• A bat migration pattern

How does white nose syndrome affect bats?

• It makes them fly faster

• It causes them to wake up during hibernation

• It helps them find food easily

• It increases their lifespan

What type of bats are being rehabilitated in Missouri?

• Fruit bats

• Vampire bats

• Big brown bats

• Little brown bats

Why are bats important to the ecosystem?

• They produce honey

• They are a primary food source for many animals

• They help control insect populations

• They pollinate all types of flowers