Do bats get rabies?

Yes. Bats are mammals and are susceptible to rabies, but most do not have the disease. You cannot tell if a bat has rabies just by looking at it; rabies can be confirmed only by having the animal tested in a laboratory. To minimize the risk for rabies, it is best never to handle any bat.

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1. Do bats get rabies?
2. What should I do if I come in contact with a bat?
3. What should I do if I find a bat in my home?
4. How can I tell if a bat has rabies?