Bats Word Search
11 words · 12×12 grid
How to play: click (or tap) the first letter, drag to the last letter, then release. Words go in any direction, including backwards. Or download the PDF to solve on paper.
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Bats are the only mammal that truly flies, using a thin membrane stretched between long finger bones rather than feathers. Most are nocturnal, leaving the roost at dusk to hunt, and many navigate by echolocation, listening for the echo of their own calls. A cave colony can number in the thousands, leaving deposits of guano below. Some species pollinate night blooming plants, and many hibernate through winter. This word puzzle gathers eleven of them.
Frequently asked questions
How does echolocation work in this bats word search?
A bat sends out high pitched calls and listens for the echo, building a picture of obstacles and insects in complete darkness.
Are bats birds?
No. A bat is a MAMMAL. It has fur, gives birth to live young, and flies with a skin MEMBRANE rather than feathered wings.
Is this bats word search free to print?
Yes, it is free to play online or download as a printable PDF, with no signup and no watermark.