Science University Research Symposium (SURS)
Publication Date
Fall 2022
College
Sciences and Mathematics, College of
Department
Biology, Department of
SURS Faculty Advisor
Darlene Panvini
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Abstract
A bat house helps play a vital role in survival and providing optimal roosting conditions for bats. The conditions when setting up a bat house have varying effectiveness in the success of bat occupancy and activity. In this study, many elements, such as environmental factors, placement of bat houses, and materials used, were observed with differing levels of significance regarding bat activity to find the most notable factors for a thriving bat house. Three different parks in Nashville, Tennessee, and their corresponding bat house were observed to measure how these factors would affect bat activity for the vastly different areas. Kaleidoscope and iTree canopy were utilized to analyze the bat activity and find the composition of the parks. Bat houses are an essential resource to prevent the endangerment of bats in the United States and to improve the fitness of bat populations.
Recommended Citation
Nguyen, Kim and Patel, Harsh, "Bat House Environmental Factors affecting Bat Activity" (2022). Science University Research Symposium (SURS). 59.
https://repository.belmont.edu/surs/59
