Kasanka Bat Migration

^{Photo Credit: Wim Werrelmann}

Every year, between October and December, around 10 million straw-colored fruit bats gather in Kasanka National Park. This migration is the planet’s largest mammal migration and one of the natural world’s best-kept secrets.

These bats come from all over Central Africa to feast on the park’s plentiful fruit. They roost in a small forest called the Mushitu swamp forest, where the thick canopy keeps them safe during the day.

As the sun sets, they take off in search of food, turning the skies into a swirling mass of wings and shadows.

Beyond being a jaw-dropping sight, the bats play a vital role in spreading seeds and pollinating plants, helping keep the forests healthy and thriving.

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