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Hi Ava :)
No, this was a wild coyote caught and subsequently radio collared for a home range study. Studies like this provide a wealth of information relative to the life history of an animal including reproduction, dispersal and movement patterns, and territory size.
Although we've worked with a multitude of wildlife species throughout our careers, the coyote was our first and he holds a significant place in our hearts. (It's why our wildlife company's logo is a pouncing coyote).
Thank you, Ava :)
Hi Karen :)
Our private wildlife management company was doing an exclusion for a homeowner. She had a bat enter her home and was absolutely terrified - wanted them gone as quickly as possible. We told her we can exclude the bats so they can no longer enter the house, but convinced her to leave the maternity colony safe and sound (you can actually hear them when standing in her foyer). She was so happy (and now informed about how wonderful bats are) that she even let us release this female right back onto her property.
It's a western pipistrelle bat (Pipistrellus hesperus). It's not only the smallest bat inhabiting North America, but the distinct contrast between its black face, ears, and wing membranes indicate it's a "pip."
Beautiful photos!
Great photos!