Idaho Reports Increase in Rabid Bats, Potential Human Exposures

Rabid bat increase in Idaho for 2026

Twenty-four rabid bats have been detected through testing in Idaho so far this year, more than in each of the past three years, and public health officials are also receiving more reports of possible encounters between bats and people or…

More rabid bats reported in Idaho this year than 2024, 2025 combined

BOISE, Idaho — Idaho has seen an increase in the number of bats that have tested positive for rabies this year, as well as the number of possible contacts between bats and humans or pets, prompting a warning from the…

Idaho reports increase in rabid bats, potential human exposure

Twenty-four rabid bats have been detected through testing in Idaho so far this year, more than in each of the past three years, and public health officials are also receiving more reports of possible encounters between bats and people or…

Idaho reports increase in rabid bats, potential human exposures

The state says 24 rabid bats have been detected through testing in Idaho so far in 2026, more than in each of the past three years.

Idaho health officials warn of increased human encounters with rabid bats

Idaho health officials are warning of an increased number of human encounters with rabid bats.

Idaho Reports Increase in Rabid Bats and Potential Exposures

BOISE, ID – Twenty-four rabid bats have been detected in Idaho so far this year, exceeding the totals reported in each of the past three years, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Local public