Bats were giant flying creatures that roamed in the forests of Middle-Earth.

They were known for their service to the forces of Darkness. They also took part in the Battle of Five Armies in TA 2941.

Appearances in adaptations Edit

A larger form, the Cave bats, were seen as part of the Goblin faction in the The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II.

Games Workshop Edit

Giant Bats are a unit in the "Misty Mountains" faction of the The Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game.

External link Edit

• Bats at Tolkien Gateway