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Homeowners are being advised to inspect their attics for signs of a particular pest this month, as the creatures start looking for warm, sheltered spots to hibernate over winter.
Arbtech's bat surveyors have warned that as temperatures fall and food sources decline, bats will be on the hunt for safe winter roosts, with many homes providing ideal conditions. However, the public is being reminded not to try to remove or disturb them, as both bats and their roosts are legally protected.
Interfering with them could lead to prosecution under UK wildlife legislation . October marks a crucial transition period for bats, as most species begin leaving their summer roosts to find cooler, more stable hibernation sites that will remain damp and undisturbed thr