Rabies is found in more than 50 percent of the reported cases in

Rabies is found in more than 50 percent of the reported cases in

• A. Raccoons
• B. Skunks
• C. Bats
• D. Dogs

Answer: (B)

Rabies in the United States is mostly a wildlife issue, with certain species acting as reservoirs. Among wildlife, skunks have historically accounted for more than half of reported rabies cases. This makes skunks the most common source of rabies in reported cases compared with the other animals listed. Dogs are largely vaccinated and controlled, so they contribute far fewer reported cases. Raccoons and bats are important reservoirs as well, but the data typically show skunks exceeding 50% of reported rabies cases, which is why this option is the best fit.

Rabies in the United States is mostly a wildlife issue, with certain species acting as reservoirs. Among wildlife, skunks have historically accounted for more than half of reported rabies cases. This makes skunks the most common source of rabies in reported cases compared with the other animals listed. Dogs are largely vaccinated and controlled, so they contribute far fewer reported cases. Raccoons and bats are important reservoirs as well, but the data typically show skunks exceeding 50% of reported rabies cases, which is why this option is the best fit.