BRZ batCoV Found in Brazil’s Moustached Bats

Scientists have identified a new coronavirus in Brazilian bats, named BRZ batCoV, which shares genetic similarities with SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. This discovery indicates that significant viral mutations can occur naturally in wildlife. Importantly, researchers found no evidence of human infection related to this virus. The findings underscore the necessity for enhanced wildlife surveillance in regions that have been under-explored.

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