Bali’s health authorities have renewed warnings to tourists visiting the Indonesian island’s popular monkey attractions to be careful of potential rabies exposure. While the risk remains low – especially at well-managed sites like Ubud’s Monkey Forest sanctuary – officials stress the need to follow safety guidelines, as rabies exposure is almost always fatal if left untreated.
Dr Nyoman Arya Dharma, head of the Animal Health Centre for Gianyar Regency, said efforts were under way to prevent the spread of the deadly virus among the island’s wildlife, including through vaccination and tighter population control. “Controlling the monkey population can help reduce the risk of spreading rabies,” he told local news outlet Bali Post on Friday. Arya Dharma also urged tourists to avoid direct contact with wild animals. “Do not touch or hold monkeys and other wildlife, because this can increase the risk of bites,” he said. Feeding wildlife was also dangerous as this could make them more aggressive, he said, recommending the use of protective gear – such as gloves and masks – for anyone who might get close to wild animals. Balinese long-tailed monkey macaque at Ubud Monkey Forest Photo: Corbis/Getty Images
Bali health authorities they say tourists if come to Bali they need to be careful with monkeys. The monkeys they have rabies and it’s very dangerous. If you get rabies, you die. Dr Nyoman Arya Dharma, he’s the boss of Animal Health Centre in Gianyar Regency, he says they’re doing things to stop rabies from spreading. They give monkeys shots and try to control how many monkeys there are. “If there are fewer monkeys, then less rabies,” he said to Bali Post. He also tells tourists don’t touch monkeys, they bite. Don’t feed monkeys either, they get mad. Wear gloves and masks if you have to be near monkeys. It’s safer that way.Balinese long-tailed monkey macaque at Ubud Monkey Forest Photo: Corbis/Getty Images
I’m not really sure why this matters, but it looks like tourists in Bali need to watch out for rabies in monkeys. The health people in Bali are saying it’s a big deal. If you get rabies, you’re in big trouble. Dr. Nyoman Arya Dharma is in charge of taking care of animals in Gianyar Regency. He says they’re trying to stop rabies from spreading to monkeys. “Less monkeys, less rabies,” he said to Bali Post. He also tells tourists to stay away from monkeys. Monkeys bite, don’t forget that. And don’t feed them either, they get angry. Wear gloves and masks if you’re near monkeys, it’s safer that way. Balinese long-tailed monkey macaque at Ubud Monkey Forest Photo: Corbis/Getty Images
Not really sure why this matters, but it looks like tourists in Bali need to watch out for rabies in monkeys. The health people in Bali are saying it’s a big deal. If you get rabies, you’re in big trouble. Dr. Nyoman Arya Dharma is in charge of taking care of animals in Gianyar Regency. He says they’re trying to stop rabies from spreading to monkeys. “Less monkeys, less rabies,” he said to Bali Post. He also tells tourists to stay away from monkeys. Monkeys bite, don’t forget that. And don’t feed them either, they get angry. Wear gloves and masks if you’re near monkeys, it’s safer that way. Balinese long-tailed monkey macaque at Ubud Monkey Forest Photo: Corbis/Getty Images
In conclusion, it’s important for tourists in Bali to be cautious around monkeys to avoid potential rabies exposure. The health authorities are working hard to control the spread of the virus among the wildlife on the island. By following safety guidelines and avoiding direct contact with wild animals, visitors can help reduce the risk of rabies transmission. Remember, safety first when it comes to interacting with wildlife in Bali. Balinese long-tailed monkey macaque at Ubud Monkey Forest Photo: Corbis/Getty Images
