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Bat mania: Thousands gather in Texas to see mammals take flight

Tens of thousands of people from across the country gather to Austin and San Antonio, Texas for a truly amazing sight: Millions of bats taking flight each night. Called by some, "bat-nado," it has become Austin's top attractions in the summer and fall months. NBC's Janet Shamlian reports for Sunday TODAY on this batty new trend in Texas tourism.
/ Source: TODAY

Tens of thousands of people from across the country gather to Austin and San Antonio, Texas for a truly amazing sight: Millions of bats taking flight each night. Called by some, “bat-nado,” it has become Austin’s top attractions in the summer and fall months. NBC’s Janet Shamlian reports for Sunday TODAY on this batty new trend in Texas tourism.