Bats in Churches: Objective Assessment of Associated Damage Mechanisms.

This paper presents the preliminary results of research into the damage mechanisms involved when droppings and urine from insectivorous bats come into contact with a range of materials found within historic churches. It places the research in the wider context of conservation initiatives affecting b...

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Publicado en:Archaeology International Vol. 17; pp. 94 - 109
Autor principal: Hales, James
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: UCL Press 2013/2014
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Sumario:This paper presents the preliminary results of research into the damage mechanisms involved when droppings and urine from insectivorous bats come into contact with a range of materials found within historic churches. It places the research in the wider context of conservation initiatives affecting both bats and historic church buildings in the UK.