A TED Talk on bat conservation

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Dr. Merlin Tuttle is Austin’s bat expert, and his study of bats and those he has photographed have led to a greater appreciation of the species globally. KXAN Meteorologist Rich Segal spoke with Tuttle about when he first became interested in bats. Tuttle said his study of bats became more involved when he was 17 years old. One of the many messages he wanted to continue spreading was that bats were safe, they provide an ecological benefit, and they do make good neighbors. Tuttle said some of...