Hygieostatic Bat Roost, Historical bat shelter in Comfort, Texas.
The 30-foot-high pyramid-shaped tower features a shingled exterior, one functional dormer entrance for bats, and several ornamental dormers around its structure.
Dr. Charles Campbell designed this tower in 1918 as part of a scientific initiative to control mosquito populations through natural predation by bats.
The structure represents early 20th-century public health innovations, combining architectural design with biological pest control methods in Texas communities.
The concrete base stands 7 feet above ground level, allowing access for collecting bat guano while protecting the structure from ground moisture.
The name combines Greek words for health and standing, reflecting its purpose as a specialized habitat designed to support local bat populations.
Location: Kendall County
Inception: 1918
Address: from Comfort take FM 473 about 1.5 miles E - bat roost is about 400 feet S of the highway 78013
GPS coordinates: 29.97041,-98.88470
Latest update: March 13, 2025 13:03
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