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Standardized protocols for bat sampling are crucial for public health and conservation. This guide offers evidence-based recommendations for safe and effective bat capture and sampling to protect human and bat health.

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  • Veterinary epidemiology
  • Wildlife disease ecology
  • Conservation biology

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  • Bats host zoonotic pathogens like coronaviruses, posing public health risks.
  • Bat-associated disease outbreaks are increasing, necessitating better research protocols.
  • Current bat sampling methods lack standardization, hindering effective surveillance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review bat sampling practices.
  • To develop comprehensive guidelines for safe and effective bat capture and sampling.
  • To address gaps between recommended and common bat research practices.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of bat sampling techniques.
  • Analysis of published research and field protocols.
  • Synthesis of evidence-based recommendations for bat sampling.

Main Results:

  • Identified significant discrepancies in current bat sampling practices.
  • Developed a framework prioritizing biosecurity, biosafety, and bat welfare.
  • Provided detailed recommendations for capture, handling, sample collection, processing, and storage.

Conclusions:

  • Standardized bat sampling protocols are essential for reliable epidemiological data.
  • Implementing these guidelines enhances research quality and protects human and bat health.
  • This framework supports safe and ethical investigation of bat-borne diseases, especially in resource-limited areas.