Why do vampire bats rarely attack humans?

Vampire bats prefer animals that see poorly in the dark, are sound sleepers, and are not likely to prey on them if they are noticed. Humans are rarely accessible to vampire bats, as they tend to sleep indoors, behind mosquito netting. read more

Vampire bats rarely attack humans because free-ranging cattle provide a more readily accessible food source. Vampire bats are also extremely light-sensitive; attacks on humans only occur in dimly lit areas, such as campsites or indigenous villages. read more

VAMPIRE BATS rarely attack humans because bats hunt for food at night and humans are very often safely indoors or traveling. There is a chance you can become the prey of a vampire bat when sleeping outdoors. read more