This New Zealand native bat/pekapeka, was discovered in a goldfish pond on February 16. Photo / Hamilton Zoo
Hamilton Zoo has an unexpected guest after a native bat or pekapeka was discovered in a goldfish pond in Te Aroha.
The long-tail bat was discovered on a private property last month and brought to the zoo for vet care and rehabilitation, on the advice of the Department
of Conservation (DoC).
The bat was warmed up in an incubator, given pain relief, food and glucose and also a name - Foxglove.
Zoo staff said Foxglove arrived cold and lethargic and had trouble opening its right wing.
Foxglove also underwent X-rays, which showed no broken bones, and the vet team started a personalised treatment plan, including cold laser therapy, physiotherapy, and flying practice.
