2002 Night Friends American Bats First Class Postage Stamps

Bats — the only mammals capable of true, sustained flight — play a vital role in controlling insect populations that both annoy humans and threaten agricultural crops. A single bat can consume between 500 and 1,000 insects, including mosquitoes, moths, beetles, gnats, and crickets, in just one hour.

Issued in October 2002 to coincide with Halloween and National Stamp Collecting Month, the Night Friends: American Bats stamps were designed to celebrate these remarkable creatures while promoting the hobby of philately. These beautifully illustrated First Class stamps capture the mystery and importance of bats, making them perfect for collectors, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking to add a unique touch to their mail.