Bats are the primary animal that carry rabies in Washington State. Rabid bats have been found in almost every county in the state. Below is a table showing number of bats that have tested positive for rabies in the state in 2024. Visit our rabies page to learn:
- How to reduce the risk of rabies exposure.
- Why it's important to have up-to-date rabies vaccines for your pets.
- How to safely capture a bat that has had contact with a person.
Note: Rabid Bats - Positive Cases in Washington, 2024 table is updated 12:00 p.m. each Thursday.
| County of Collection | Month | Count of Positive Bats (cumulative) |
|---|---|---|
| Benton | May | 1 |
| Wahkiakum | May | 1 |
| Thurston | July | 1 |
| Island | August | 2 |
| Chelan | August | 2 |
| Clallam | August | 1 |
| King | August | 1 |
| Klickitat | August | 1 |
| Whatcom | August | 1 |
| Spokane | September | 1 |
| Pacific | September | 1 |
| Kitsap | October | 1 |
|
Total Positive Cases for 2024 (cumulative) |
14 |