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Bats are small and can squeeze through tiny gaps, like cracks in foundations, open windows, or even uncapped chimneys. They might be looking for shelter or a place to roost. Finding one in your home, especially in an unexpected place like a bedroom, is rare but can happen, as Dr Edelman discovered.
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