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Mexican free-tailed bats, (Tadarida brasiliensis), leaving Bracken Cave, Texas
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Mexican free-tailed bats, (Tadarida brasiliensis), leaving Bracken Cave, Texas
Mexican free-tailed bats, (Tadarida brasiliensis), leaving Bracken Cave, Texas. Bracken Cave is the summertime home of over 15 milions bats, making it the largest colony of bats in the world and one of the greatest concentrations of mammals on the planet. August 2011
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American Catalogue9 Chiroptera Emergence Flying Group Large Group Microbat Microchiroptera Multitude North America Southern Usa Texas United States Of America Tadarida Brasiliensis
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Bracken Cave - The Bat-tastic Extravaganza!
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. Hold onto your hats, folks, because we're about to witness the greatest show on wings! Meet the Mexican free-tailed bats of Bracken Cave, Texas - the rockstars of the mammal world. With over 15 million members in their colony, these flying acrobats have taken 'batty' to a whole new level! In this extraordinary snapshot captured by Huw Cordey, it's like witnessing a bat exodus of epic proportions. Picture this: millions upon millions of sleek bodies soaring through the twilight sky as if they were auditioning for an aerial ballet. It's no wonder Bracken Cave holds the title for housing not only the largest bat colony but also one of nature's most jaw-dropping spectacles. As dusk settles and darkness creeps in, these nocturnal daredevils emerge from their secret hideaway with precision and finesse. They form an enchanting black cloud that dances across the Texan horizon – a mesmerizing sight that could rival any firework display. So why do they gather here? Well, let's just say Bracken Cave is like a five-star resort for bats – offering cozy roosts and bountiful insect buffets aplenty! And while some may find them spooky or mysterious creatures of folklore, we can't help but admire their incredible teamwork and unwavering unity. So next time you catch yourself gazing at a star
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