Bat Coloring Pages

The Mammal That Flies in the Sky! Bat!

Bat is the only mammal that can fly in the sky. Bat is nocturnal, and sleeps hanging upside down in caves or tree holes during the day. Some people might think Bat looks a little scary, but Bat is actually very smart and has a lot of cool features!

Where Does Bat Live?

Bat lives in many different places all over the world, except for Antarctica. Bat lives together with many friends in places like caves, tree hollows, and the attics of old buildings. They all hang upside down and sleep during the day, and fly around to look for food at night.

The Secret of Ultrasound

Bat does not have very good eyes. Instead, Bat uses a special sound called "ultrasound" that humans cannot hear.

1. Make ultrasound: Bat makes ultrasound from its mouth or nose.
2. Listen to the bouncing sound: The ultrasound hits walls, trees, or bugs and bounces back for Bat to hear.
3. Find the location: The bouncing sound helps Bat know the exact shape, size, and location of things. This trick is called "echolocation." Thanks to this, Bat can catch food without bumping into things, even in the dark night!

The Secret of the Wings

Unlike a bird's wings, Bat has very long hand and finger bones with a thin skin stretched between them. This skin lets Bat fly around freely in the sky.

Food

There are many kinds of Bat, and each kind eats different foods.

• Bug-eating Bat: Most types of Bat catch and eat bugs like flies and moths.
• Fruit-eating Bat: Some Bat living in warm southern places eat fruits and flower nectar.
• Fish-eating Bat: Some Bat can skillfully catch and eat fish on the water's surface.

Hibernation

Bat living in cold areas hibernates in winter because there is no food. Bat cuddles close together with many friends in places like caves and sleeps until spring comes.

How to Pick Colors: Make It Pop Against the Night Sky!

When you color Bat, the main trick is showing off its cool wings and the night sky. Use black and dark brown. Try making some spots look bright like light is hitting them, and make other spots look dark with shadows. That will make your Bat look super real!

• Body Colors:
  • Black and dark brown are great for the main colors. Bat has fluffy fur! Draw lots of short lines with your pencil tip to make it look soft and fuzzy.
  • To make Bat look sweet, use a little light brown or gray on its tummy and around its face where the light shines.
• Wing Colors:
  • Color the thin skin of the wings a bit lighter than the body. Light gray or light dark-brown will look just like a real Bat!
  • Make the wing bones a little darker so they stand out.
• Eye Colors:
  • Bat has cute, tiny black eyes. Add a little white dot to show light shining in them. It makes Bat look full of life!
• Background Colors:
  • Bat loves the night! Use dark blue, purple, or black for the night sky background.
  • Draw a glowing moon, twinkling stars, or fluffy clouds. It will make Bat look so cool flying through the night!

How to Make It Look 3D: Use Light and Shadow!

Bat has a round, fluffy body. If you use light colors and shadows, your coloring page will look like it is popping right off the paper!

• Where to Use Light Colors:
  • Think about where the light hits Bat's round body. Leave those spots a little lighter or use a bright color.
  • Draw short furry lines to show off that soft fur!
• Where to Use Shadows:
  • Shadows fall under Bat's body and in the folds of its wings.
  • Use a dark color or black in these spots. It will make Bat look nice and round!

Tips for Pencils, Crayons, and Paint!

• Colored Pencils:
  • Press hard to make dark spots, and press softly for light spots. It is super easy to make light and dark shades!
  • Color gray or white over your black to give it a neat, deep look.
• Crayons:
  • Crayons are great for making Bat look soft and fuzzy. You can even smudge the colors with your finger!
• Paint:
  • Mix a little water into black paint to make light gray, then paint the shiny spots. Once it dries, paint black over it to make it look extra cool!

Use your big imagination and fun ideas to finish your very own unique Bat coloring page!