KINGSTON, R.I., Oct. 26 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:
KINGSTON, R.I. - Oct. 26, 2026 - Bats are not only a marvel of myth and imagination but also energy use, working at the height of their energetic ceiling to fly the night skies the world over.
They've captured the attention of University of Rhode Island Ph.D. student Travis Bayer, who seems to have an affinity for elusive and mysterious animals. In fact, Bayer's master's thesis centered on tracking very large neotropical bats (Phyllostomus hastatus) in Panama. With a wingspan exceeding two feet, they're the second largest species of bat in the Americas, and possess an exceptionally powerful bite. They also have fascinating foraging strategies and ...