#37: Blind Bats
The misconception that bats are blind likely comes from their nocturnal habits and their predominantly dark, cave-dwelling lifestyles. In reality, the vast majority of bats are not blind; they have eyes and can see, but their vision varies among species. While some bats do have relatively small eyes and rely primarily on echolocation to navigate and locate prey in the dark, others have perfectly functional eyesight.
The myth of bats being blind might have persisted because they are often associated with nighttime and darkness. However, bats, like other creatures, have adapted to their environments and developed different sensory mechanisms to thrive. So, while their vision might not be as acute as some daytime animals, it is incorrect to assume that bats are blind.