Bat Talk - The Secret Language of Mexican Free-tailed Bats

Rating:
Summary: Well Worth the Money
Review: Incredible! Although the camera footage is not professionally done, the information gleaned by these two bat care professionals is something that no one else has ever captured on film before. This look into the behavior, intelligence, and emotional lives of bats is something everyone should witness. Additionally, the purchase price benefits the rescue of more bats! Well worth every penny.

I also recommend buying the rehabilitation book, 'Captive Care and Medical Reference for the Rehabilitation of Insectivorous Bats' also by the authors of the DVD.

Rating:
Summary: Chattin¿ with free-tails
Review: Like Noah Webster who began recording the meaning of our words 200 years ago, the creators of this DVD have begun recording the meaning of "words" that make up the vocabulary of Mexican free-tailed bats. I enjoyed this presentation, and anyone using a bat detector at night to listen in on bats will now understand some of the high-pitch calls they hear.

The photography is not meant to compete with Walt Disney studios, but is good, with a raw pioneering quality that reminds me of the early Cape Canaveral and Apollo footage, which is fitting since this DVD explores new territory. As is the case with similar small ventures that do not wield the marketing muscle of a WalMart, much of the proceeds from these DVDs goes to distribution, leaving a relatively small amount for the care and preservation of wild bats. Overall, this DVD is educational with funny moments, and the proceeds are for a great cause.

Rating:
Summary: Not as great...
Review: When compared to some of the videos and DVDs that Bat Conservation International distributes, this DVD is not that impressive. The camera angles could be better. It's definitly not worth the money! You'd be better off buying an educational video from BCI-they are less expensive, better quality, and much more exciting and educational!