Bats are one of the most fascinating and diverse groups in the animal kingdom, with an essential role in ecosystems and growing relevance to public health.
This course addressed, from a One Health perspective, the relationship between bat ecology and the role of bats in the transmission of infectious diseases.
Throughout the day, leading specialists shared their expertise on topics such as the morphological and ecological characteristics of bats, their role as reservoirs of arboviruses and other zoonoses, the understanding of human and bovine rabies, and prevention and care measures for accidents involving contact with these mammals.
The activity concluded with a night field trip, during which participants were able to observe, identify, and recognize different bat species in their natural environment, applying capture and observation techniques.
This course was aimed at professionals and students in the health sciences, biology, veterinary medicine, and environmental sciences, as well as anyone interested in understanding the interconnection between biodiversity and global health.
