Ranger-led bat walk taking place in Eaglesham this autumn
Led by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers, the walk aims to introduce participants to the lives of bats.
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Attendees will have the opportunity to use hand-held bat detectors to listen to the echolocation calls of the bats as they fly around at night.
The event is free but booking is required as spaces are limited.
More information about the event, including how to book, can be found on the Whitelee Countryside Rangers Facebook page.
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