Flying Foxes & Bats

Detailed Product Information

Flying Fox Feeding Guide

Biolac Flying Fox Milk is concentrated. Mix 14g powder made up to 70mL water. Feed 20-25% of body weight daily, divided into 4-5 feeds depending on age and development. The milk-dependent period runs from rescue through to weaning at around 11–12 weeks. Volumes below are a guide based on age — always feed to the pup’s appetite and condition, and never force-feed.

Do not overfeed. This is a concentrated formula. A 100g pup should take around 25mL per day, not per feed. For arrival feeds, transition 50:50 milk/water for the first feed, 75:25 for the second, then full strength from the third feed onward.

Age	Forearm (mm)	Weight (g)	Milk / day	Feeds / day
Day 1	57.5	71	18mL	5
1 week	65	78	20mL	5
2 weeks	73.5	89	22mL	5
3 weeks	81.5	104	26mL	5
4 weeks	89	122	31mL	4
5 weeks	96	144	36mL	4
6 weeks	102	166	42mL	4
7 weeks	108.5	192	48mL	4
8 weeks	114	217	54mL	4
9 weeks	119	244	60mL	4
10 weeks	123.5	272	45mL	3
11 weeks	127.5	298	15mL	1–2
12 weeks	131.5	326	—	—

Condensed weekly guide. Values interpolate between weekly milestones — see the full daily chart for day-by-day volumes, forearm measurements and weaning notes.

Mix Rate

14g made up to 70mL

Daily Intake

25% of body weight

Feeds Per Day

5 feeds

Preparation: Add 14g of Biolac formula, then add warm pre-boiled water to make up to 70mL total. Stir until fully dissolved. Warm gently in a water bath to ~32–35°C before feeding. Do not microwave. Refrigerate any reconstituted formula and use within 24 hours.

Flying Fox Care Guide

Biolac Flying Fox formula is specifically formulated for Australian flying fox species (fruit bats). It is used for the entire milk-dependent period, from initial rescue through to weaning onto fruit. Select the guide below for complete care information.

Flying Foxes All stages → rescue through to weaning

Important: Flying foxes may carry Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV). Only vaccinated carers should handle bats. If you find an injured or orphaned bat, contact your local wildlife rescue group for assistance.

Guaranteed Analysis (dry-matter basis)

Crude Protein31% (min)
Crude Fat27% (min)
Carbohydrate34% (min)
Metabolisable Energy460 kcal/100g

Ingredients

Milk and milk products (whey protein concentrate, whole milk powder, milk fat), calcium carbonate, dicalcium phosphate, vitamins and minerals.

Preparation Quick Reference

Mix Rate14g made up to 70mL
Water TemperaturePre-boiled, cooled
Feeding Temperature~32–35°C
Daily Intake25% of body weight
Feed Frequency5 feeds per day

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Once opened, reseal and use within 3 months
Refrigerate prepared formula, use within 24 hours