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Risk factors for bat rabies presence in the Caribbean islands, and variable weights.
| Risk Factor | Variable Weight | |
|---|---|---|
| RF1 | Proximity to a country in which bat rabies has been detected | 0.28 |
| RF2 | Total number of rabies virus-associated bat species | 0.48 |
| RF3 | Total number of bat species present | 0.13 |
| RF4 | Presence of rabies in carnivores | 0.06 |
| RF5 | Island area (km2) | 0.05 |
