The Positive Impact of 'Green' Roofs on Urban Bat Populations

A two-year study conducted by Millersville University and Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, has found that "green roofs" attract and help bats thrive in urban areas. The study shows that green roofs provide plentiful bugs and desirable habitat for bats, particularly if water, tree canopy, and street lights are nearby. The researchers hope to publish their findings in a major scientific journal and share the benefits of green roofs for bat conservation with urban planners and bat conservation groups.