Ontario boy died two years ago after a bat sat on his face. There were no visible bites

An 11-year-old boy in Ontario tragically died two years ago after a bat briefly sat on his face while he was waking up at a cottage. Despite no visible bites, the incident led to a fatal allergic reaction known as acute bat-associated viral encephalitis, a rare but severe condition. His father tried to handle the situation by capturing the bat in a pot and releasing it outside, unaware of the hidden danger. This case underscores the importance of understanding and respecting wildlife, even when it seems harmless, to prevent such rare but deadly outcomes.