Under the Same Sky: Bats and Conservation Around the World

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October 28, 2026
1:00–2:00 pm EDT 

The way bats are understood and protected differs considerably by region. In recognition of 2027 as the International Year of the Bat, this webinar will feature three researchers exploring bat conservation and human interactions with bats in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.  

The discussion will highlight the experiences of researchers working in different regions, examining how local conservation efforts and community perspectives shape our understanding of bats and their role in the environment. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

  • How bat research and conservation approaches differ across Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia
  • Bat species featured in different regions, including the brown long-eared bat in Europe and the painted bat in Southeast Asia 
  • How bats benefit agricultural communities in Southeast Asia and contribute to healthy ecosystems 
  • How fieldwork and regional perspectives can inform bat conservation efforts around the world 

Speakers: 

  • Melissa Donnelly, Science Specialist, Merlin Tuttle Bat Conservation  
  • Daniel Hargreaves, Bat Program Manager, The Vincent Wildlife Trust 
  • Supawan Srilopan, Postdoctoral Researcher, Division of Biological Science, Faculty of Science, Prince of Songkla University 
  • Melissa Scheiber, Senior Manager of Events, Tandem Global