Bat Hunts and Devours Robin in Mid-Air: Groundbreaking Footage
Scientists have captured a dramatic moment as a bat hunts, kills, and eats a robin in mid-flight. This grisly event, recorded by Spanish researchers, provides rare evidence of bats preying on migratory birds. Until now, many experts doubted that bats could successfully attack birds while flying. The recording not only confirms these suspicions but also reveals just how skilled and opportunistic bats can be.
Challenging Previous Beliefs About Bat Behavior
Before this study, some scientists were skeptical of bats’ ability to target and consume birds in flight. However, the Spanish team’s evidence leaves little doubt. The video shows the bat using its agility and echolocation to zero in on the robin, catch it, and then eat its prey—all while airborne. This discovery sheds new light on the predatory habits of bats and opens up fascinating questions about their role in the ecosystem. Researchers believe this could change how we view bats and their impact on migratory bird populations.
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The Guardian: Grisly recording reveals bat catching, killing and eating robin mid-flight
