Which nocturnal omnivore is cited as a rabies carrier in wildlife risk guides?

• A. Racoon
• B. Cow
• C. Lion
• D. Bear

Answer: (A)

Rabies risk in wildlife is often tied to species that are active at night and have omnivorous diets. Raccoons fit this profile perfectly: they are nocturnal, highly adaptable omnivores that commonly inhabit areas near humans, making them a well-documented rabies reservoir in wildlife risk guides. The other animals listed do not align as neatly with this description in typical risk materials—cows are domestic and not nocturnal rabies carriers, lions are not the standard nocturnal reservoirs highlighted, and bears, while possible hosts, are not the classic nocturnal omnivore rabies carrier cited in these guides. Therefore, the raccoon is the best answer.