The Extreme Nature of Bats

Running time: 22 mins

An educational science film that explores the myths and dark legends that have stalked the world's only flying mammal for hundreds of years. Through the wonders of digital 3D technology, audiences will learn that bats are unique and interesting animals; but, because of fear and misconceptions associated with them throughout history, they also are some of the most misunderstood animals in the world.

The film was shot around the world and examines several species of bats, including free-tailed bats, fruit bats and vampire bats. Texas was chosen as one location because the territory contains some of the largest bat caves in the world, including maternity caves that are winter homes for millions of Mexican free-tailed bats. Other locations include: Africa, chosen for the fruit bat population; Romania, to uncover the myths surrounding Count Dracula; and vampire bats in the deep jungles of Mexico.