La Terrifiante Vérité Sur Les Chauves-Souris Vampires

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Saviez-vous que les chauves-souris vampires sont les seuls mammifères qui se nourrissent exclusivement de sang ? Ces petites créatures se trouvent principalement en Amérique latine et ont des habitudes à la fois effrayantes et fascinantes. Elles se faufilent vers leur proie la nuit, généralement du bétail, et utilisent leurs dents affûtées pour faire une petite coupure afin de laper le sang. Malgré leur réputation terrifiante, leur morsure n'est généralement pas nuisible pour l'animal, bien qu'elles puissent parfois propager des maladies comme la rage. Et voici un aspect étrange : elles ont aussi un côté social, partageant souvent des repas de sang avec leurs copains chauves-souris !  Animation créée par Sympa. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Musique par Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com   Pour ne rien perdre de Sympa, abonnez-vous!: https://goo.gl/6E4Xna​ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nos réseaux sociaux : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sympasympacom/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sympa.officiel/  Stock de fichiers (photos, vidéos et autres): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Si tu en veux encore plus, fais un tour ici:  http://sympa-sympa.com

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00:00Imagine vampire bats flying over the night sky in search of their next meal.

00:07These little creatures look like the legendary vampires they bear the name of and feed on blood to survive.

00:14But don't worry, they usually prey on cows, pigs, horses and birds.

00:19Even if sometimes they can choose a human, it's really rare.

00:25Instead of drinking blood like vampires, these bats make a small incision with their teeth,

00:30then lick the blood that flows from the wounds.

00:33They are really delicate and discreet.

00:35They can drink the blood of an animal for more than 30 minutes without even waking it up.

00:40In addition, this action does not cause any pain to their prey.

00:46Vampire bats are really very talented when it comes to feeding.

00:50For example, they can detect their prey just by hearing them breathe.

00:55They are even able to recognize a particular animal by the way it breathes.

01:00And they will attack the same victim night after night.

01:03Hey guys, this cow is delicious.

01:06Are we coming back here tomorrow?

01:08Here's something you may not know.

01:11Unlike other species of bats, these flying mammals can walk, run and jump.

01:17This allows them to capture prey.

01:19They also have heat sensors that help them locate the perfect place on an animal's body.

01:25And thanks to their robust hind legs, as well as a special thumb,

01:29they can take off easily once their meal is over.

01:33But what happens if a vampire bat can't find anything to eat?

01:36If it spends two nights without eating, it doesn't survive.

01:40Fortunately, they can be quite generous with each other.

01:44When they eat well, they often gorge on food to share it with other bats in exchange for toilet care.

01:51And did you know that female bats are very attentive to young mothers?

01:56Isn't that adorable?

01:58Here is the Taphosus perforatus.

02:00A rather sinister name, isn't it?

02:03The length of this creature's body is about 8 cm, with subspecies of varied sizes.

02:08This little animal likes to take refuge and live in the tombs of ancient Egypt.

02:14They are really cute with their big eyes and small ears.

02:18They love to nibble on insects and perch in well-fed corners.

02:22And then, they play an important role in the preservation of the ecosystem by regulating insect populations.

02:28Over the last decade, researchers have discovered that bats could be carriers of viruses.

02:34But I will address this question in a moment.

02:37Then, we have the grey-headed bat.

02:41It is one of the largest bats in Australia, with a wingspan of more than one meter.

02:46It is like a bird, but cooler because it is a bat.

02:51The grey-headed bat is a dark brown creature with a grey head and a red-orange neck.

02:59We can say that it has the sense of style.

03:02This animal frequents all kinds of places.

03:05Animated urban areas, quiet forests, dark woods and even mangroves.

03:12At night, flying foxes spread their wings to travel up to 50 km and enjoy delicious fruits.

03:21They are not difficult and eat all kinds of maize with pleasure, but they have a predilection for figs.

03:28These fruit lovers have even been given the nickname of bat frugivore.

03:34They also eat nectar and tree pollen, especially eucalyptus.

03:41The grey-headed flying fox loves to hang on the branches to chat with his bat friends.

03:47They form camps made up of thousands of people.

03:51Imagine the party!

03:53Even if they are very sociable and like to get together.

03:57Their populations are actually declining due to the loss of their habitat.

04:03We must protect these furry creatures because they play a crucial role in forest ecosystems.

04:09They pollinate and scatter the seeds of many species of trees.

04:14If you are looking for this bat, go east of Australia.

04:18For example, to Queensland, the New South Wales and the state of Victoria.

04:22But you must always keep a certain distance.

04:25There are more than 1,200 species of bats on the planet.

04:29Now let's look at the grey-headed bat.

04:32It is also called the Kitty pig year, in honor of the biologist Kitty Tonglongya who discovered it.

04:38These creatures are among the smallest mammals in the world.

04:42They weigh less than a piece of a centimeter and easily hold on to a finger.

04:47They are only found in Thailand and Burma.

04:51Bats are impressive creatures, but it's true.

04:55They can also transmit diseases.

04:59Let's start with rabies.

05:01Bats are actually the most frequently infected animals with rabies in the United States.

05:06If you find a bat in your house, try to catch it to analyze it.

05:11I know, I know.

05:14It won't be easy because they fly in a very chaotic way.

05:19But if you catch one, you can find out if you need to get vaccinated against rabies.

05:24To prevent bats from entering your home, you can take a few simple steps.

05:29Block all the holes through which they could pass.

05:33You can also use transparent plastic sheets or nets to help bats find a new home outside.

05:42And always follow the rules of your country before moving bats.

05:47Because some of them are on the verge of extinction and require special care.

05:53And if you've been bitten, bat bites can be very small.

05:58So even if you're not sure, it's better to talk to a health professional.

06:03Better to prevent than cure, right?

06:06Don't try to make friends with bats or touch them when you're outside.

06:11Leave them alone and enjoy the show from a distance.

06:15And if you come into contact with a bat,

06:17wash the affected area carefully with water and soap and see a doctor as soon as possible.

06:24One thing to keep in mind is that only people trained and vaccinated are able to manipulate bats.

06:30So unless you have a diploma, it is preferable to avoid getting close to these creatures.

06:36If you meet a wounded bat, resist the urge to play the hero and help the animal yourself.

06:42Now let's talk about the diseases that bats can transmit.

06:46One of the best known is the Lysavirus Austral.

06:48It spreads by contact with the saliva of infected bats.

06:52This can occur by biting, scratching or contact with mucous membranes or even skin.

06:58The infection causes a disease similar to rabies which is generally fatal.

07:02But don't panic yet.

07:04There have only been three documented cases in humans, all of them in Queensland.

07:09To avoid this disease, remember these three rules.

07:12Do not manipulate bats unless you are trained, vaccinated and equipped appropriately.

07:17Wash all bites or scratches of bats with water and soap for at least 15 minutes.

07:23Then apply an antiviral antiseptic and see a doctor about the vaccine against rabies within 48 hours following a potential exposure.

07:32Another virus to watch out for is the Andra virus,

07:36which can be transmitted to humans by close contact with the body fluids of infected horses.

07:41The natural host of this virus is the flying fox,

07:44but there is no evidence that it can spread directly from bats to humans.

07:50Finally, let's talk about rainwater tanks.

07:53Although the consumption of rainwater is relatively safe,

07:56it is important to know the risks associated with the use of the tanks dedicated to it,

08:01especially if your immune system is weakened.

08:04Viruses related to bats cannot be contracted by water intake from rainwater tanks.

08:10Those who use rainwater to prepare food

08:14are less likely to contract a gastrointestinal disease because of bats than because of other animals.

08:21Domestic animals must also be protected,

08:24vaccinated against rabies and kept in public spaces

08:27to avoid any contact with wildlife is very useful.

08:31If a pet has been in contact with a bat,

08:34it must receive a dose of the rabies vaccine

08:37and be tested for this disease to determine whether a quarantine is necessary.

08:42But don't call the police if you see Batman,

08:45it's a completely different type of bat.

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