Natterer's bat roost in a UK barn

This short video shows adult Natterer's bats swarming around the entrance to a hidden roost in a cavity behind the lower end of the brace. Young bats can be seen emerging, maybe even taking their first flights. It was filmed on 14 July 2012 in England using a Sony HDR-SR10E which has O lux with night shot. You don't need Super night shot which doesn't work for filming emerging bats in the dark. I also used two separate Infra Red light sources - preferably ones which can diffuse the light. I used two IRLamp6 from Bat Conservation & Management in the States which are excellent but they are very expensive. This set up has not disturbed these bats as filming took place in total darkness. Check the country's legal status for bats as some have very strict laws on bat disturbance and a license might be required.

[@shirleypena4133]

Bats are MAGICAL creatures! :)

[@mattdodds9052]

Hi Patty, great video. Matt Dodds

[@richflight2264]

Great video Patty. What video & illuminator combination are you using?