Do bats hibernate in the winter?

The species of bat that hibernates in SE Michigan homes is the Big Brown Bat. ... In order to survive the cold Michigan winter months, bats must hibernate. This is due to the fact that there is not enough insects flying around in the winter to support an active metabolism. read more

Besides being nocturnal, some bat species are known to pack it in during the winter as well. Not all bats hibernate, but those that do usually live at high latitudes where insect prey becomes scarce during cold months. read more

When cold weather drives insects away, bats must choose to hunker down and hibernate or migrate to warmer areas with more abundant food supply. Some bat species hibernate, some migrate, and some do both. And in temperate climates, like Florida, bats may be able to stay year round. read more