Jordona Kirby, a wildlife biologist with the USDA, delves into the innovative approaches to combat rabies among raccoons. She explains how millions of oral vaccines are distributed, often via aerial drops, in an effort to eliminate rabies in targeted regions. The conversation touches on the challenges of this initiative, from urban to rural distribution, and the evolution of rabies management strategies in the U.S. Kirby also discusses the importance of public education in addressing rabies beyond raccoons, especially concerning bats.
