Larimer County’s first rabid bat of the season was confirmed Wednesday, as the number of cases in Colorado reached seven.
LARIMER COUNTY, Colo. — Larimer County’s first rabid bat of the season was confirmed Wednesday, as the number of cases in Colorado reached seven. The rabid bat was found in the open space area near the Adriel Hills neighborhood in northeast Fort Collins, according to the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment.
Officials said the rabid animal was caught by NOCO Humane Animal Protection & Control and later tested positive for rabies. Denver7 News 2 - 4 pm There are currently no known human exposures associated with this bat, county health officials said. Data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment shows this is the second rabid bad reported to state health authorities. Another one was found in Jefferson County.
Other rabid animals reported to the state so far include 5 skunks in Arapahoe, Jefferson, and Kit Carson counties, statewide data show. So far, no humans have been exposed to rabies in the state this year. In Colorado, rabies season traditionally begins in the spring, peaking around late summer/early fall. In 2025, Colorado reported 69 rabies cases, 65 of which were in bats, according to the CDPHE.
What is rabies and how you can reduce your risk of becoming infected Rabies is caused by a virus that affects the nervous system and causes inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. It is almost always fatal when not treated soon after exposure, Weld County health officials said. The virus is shed in the saliva of infected animals.
People or animals can get rabies from the bite or scratch of a rabid animal or from a rabid animal’s saliva if it comes in contact with their eyes, nose, mouth or open wounds, in which case immediate medical attention is necessary, according to the CDC. You can prevent getting rabies by taking the following precautions: Coloradans making a difference | Denver7 featured videos Boulder County considers alternate-use pilot for popular trails, prompting debate BOLDERBoulder 10K: A running coach's tips to train smart and finish strong Should Niwot incorporate?
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