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White Sands National Park to visitors: Leave baby bats undisturbed
By Jocelyn Flores at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- White Sands National Park is warning visitors about the increasing sightings of baby bats in the park, urging them to leave the bats undisturbed. The park says there's an increase in baby bat sightings around the area, but especially at the visitor center. The bats often ...
Key takeaway The park says there's an increase in baby bat sightings around the area, but especially at the visitor center.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The warning from White Sands National Park to leave baby bats undisturbed is a crucial one for El Paso area residents and visitors who frequent the park. As the park experiences an increase in baby bat sightings, particularly around the visitor center, it's a reminder that the region's unique wildlife requires careful consideration. The fact that baby bats are often found at the visitor center suggests that the park's efforts to educate visitors about wildlife conservation are taking place in a very visible way. El Pasoans who visit the park should be aware of the potential for encounters with these young bats and take steps to respect their space, allowing them to grow and thrive without human interference. By doing so, visitors can help preserve the delicate balance of the park's ecosystem and ensure that White Sands remains a vibrant and healthy environment for both humans and wildlife.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- White Sands National Park is warning visitors about the increasing sightings of baby bats in the park, urging them to leave the bats undisturbed. The park says there's an increase in baby bat sightings around the area, but especially at the visitor center. The bats often ...
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