Rabies Detected in North Carolina

The skunk possibly infected some house pets

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A skunk that was shot and killed by a North Carolina resident was tested for rabies. The test came back positive. The man heard his puppies barking and saw that they were chasing a skunk around his yard. The man’s dogs had not been vaccinated against rabies yet. Rabies is a common virus amongst foxes, skunks, coyotes, and raccoons. Officials are asking people to remain vigilant and protect themselves and their pets.

This month’s Science on the Sound Program will focus on the conservation of bats. The program will highlight the furry little creatures and ways that you can get involved with efforts being taken to conserve their populations. Bats are battling many conservation issues including white-nose syndrome, which has caused a massive drop in the number of cave-hibernating bats in North America, according to the Coastal Studies Institute.

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Skunk with rabies shot dead in Orange County

Orange County Animal Services received a positive rabies test for a skunk shot and killed by a Hillsborough man; its second positive test result of the year.

According to a release from Animal Services, a man heard his puppies barking and found them chasing a skunk on his property near the intersection of Walnut Grove Church Road and NC-86 on Sunday. Read more

Summary: A skunk that was shot and killed by a North Carolina resident was tested for rabies. The test came back positive.

Bat Conservation Focus of Science Program

“Bats of North Carolina,” this month’s Science on the Sound program, will highlight these furry creatures and ways you can get involved in bat conservation in North Carolina.

The presentation is free, and the public is welcomed and encouraged to attend. Bats are battling many conservation issues including white-nose syndrome, which has caused mass mortality of cave-hibernating bats in North America, according to the Coastal Studies Institute. See more

Summary: This month’s Science on the Sound Program will focus on the conservation of bats. The program will highlight the furry little creatures and ways that you can get involved with efforts being taken to conserve their populations.