Correct option is D
Ans: (d)
Snake
Sol.
Rabies is primarily transmitted through the saliva of infected animals, usually through bites or scratches.
Dogs,
cats, and
bats are common carriers of the
rabies virus. However,
snakes are not involved in the transmission of rabies. The virus is not carried by reptiles like snakes.
Explanation of each option:
·
(a) Dog: Dogs are the most common source of rabies transmission worldwide, particularly in areas where vaccination is not widely practiced.
·
(b) Cat: Cats can also contract rabies and transmit it through bites or scratches.
·
(c) Bat: Bats are a significant reservoir for the rabies virus, and they can transmit the virus through bites or scratches.
·
(d) Snake: Correct answer. Snakes are not involved in the transmission of rabies.