Beyond the myths: 6 real things to know about Vampire Bats

Vampire bats, often feared, are social creatures built for survival, not horror. They gently lap blood from animals, a necessity for their survival, and share meals within their colonies. Their saliva contains a protein, Draculin, that prevents clotting, attracting medical interest. Preferring livestock, they rarely bother humans, and uniquely, they can run, unlike other bats, aiding their feeding and escape.