There are 48 species of bats in North America, and they live in every habitat and environment.

Given how many insects each one devours over the course of the warmer seasons, hosting a colony with a Bat House is an excellent way to help them to help you!

It's doubtful that someone who views bats as “demonic spawn from Hell sent to Earth to torment humanity” will ever be able to cuddle up to these vital creatures.

They cannot, however, deny their importance as it pertains to reducing and controlling the insect population, which can ensure you are not exposed to diseases, bacteria or parasites.

Do you have experience with bats (the flying,insect-devouring kind?) Tell us about it below.