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Since bats eat insects should we encourage bats to live on our property to help control mosquitoes?

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Since bats eat insects should we encourage bats to live on our property to help control mosquitoes?

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No. Research has shown that insectivorous bats are selective feeders and mosquitoes make up a very small percent of their diet. They will typically feed on the larger insects. Bats can also harbor and transmit rabies. Bats are not an adequate means in controlling the population of mosquitoes.