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Dozens of rabid bats have been found in Los Angeles County this year, causing county health officials to caution residents in case they come across one.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed 61 rabid bats have been recorded so far in 2025 — the second highest ever after 2021, which saw 68 rabid bats, according to a department news release.

“Bats are vital to our environment, but they can also carry rabies, a disease that is almost always fatal once symptoms appear,” Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County health officer, said in the release. “Anyone who may have had contact with a bat should immediately speak with their medical provider or contact Public Health.

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