Hibernating, living on fat reserves built up in the autumn

Still hibernating but fat reserves dwindling.

There may be some activity and some feeding.

Wide awake and feeding at night.

Females seeking nursery sites.

Babies being born and suckling from their mothers.

Growing fast but still suckling.

Growing fast but still suckling.

Beginning of the mating season. Also bats starting to build up their fat reserves for hibernation.

Concentrating on building up fat reserves and seeking suitable hibernation sites.

Although still some activity in warm weather, bats will begin to hibernate.

Hibernating now until spring.

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