What do bats sound like?

Bat Sounds at Night. ... As flying mammals, bats make fluttering noises with their wings. They also use their wings as hands to climb and crawl, so homeowners may hear scratching on walls. read more

Listen to an audio recording (mp3 file) of bat noises and sounds. Small, nocturnal mammals, bats use echolocation to find their food . They like to roost in groups, and their ability to fly allows them to gather in attics, chimneys, barns, and sheds. read more

Bats emit a chattering sound when flying that is similar to a cricket's chirp. Bats also emit high pitched squeaking sounds when in distress. Bats can also be detected by the flapping sounds their wings make when in flight. read more

The audio file below is a recording of bat noises at night. Most bats are covered in hair that can be yellow, tan or black, and they usually have long wings and sharp teeth. They are nocturnal, which means they stay awake at night and have to use clicking and popping sounds to find their way through the dark. read more