Are rats one of the animals most likely to carry rabies?

Rats are not considered one of the primary carriers of rabies. The rabies virus is typically spread by mammals that have a higher prevalence of the disease, including bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes. While any mammal can potentially be infected with rabies, rodents like rats and mice are rarely found to carry the virus due to their biological and ecological characteristics. They generally do not come into significant contact with rabid animals, which limits their risk of infection. This is why the statement asserting that rats are one of the animals most likely to carry rabies is false. Understanding the epidemiology of rabies helps to clarify the common vectors and reinforces the importance of focusing control efforts on the more prevalent carriers of the disease.