bats

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Nash said a steel grill had been put into the side chamber in the cave to stop any vandalism to the art, so the only painting's only visitors are the bats who live there.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Scientists believe African fruit bats may be the source of the viruses that cause Ebola, according to the CDC.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

An infection with Bundibugyo virus can occur when someone comes in contact with infected bats or primates, according to the WHO.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

Ebola, believed to have originated in bats, is a deadly viral disease spread through direct contact with bodily fluids.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Eventually, the class came up with more names of nocturnal animals, like bats and coyotes and opossums, and Mrs. Brisbane said that the class would be learning more about animal habits later in the year.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney