Maitland’s bat invasion has taken an unexpected turn, with many dying.
It’s thought the deaths are due to a food shortage, along with stress from the heat.
Lorn residents have been disposing of the starved and decaying bodies but are being warned they could be putting themselves at risk.
Maitland City Council is waiting for advice from the National Parks and Wildlife Service on the best option for disposing of the bats.
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