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New study identifies 126 species that could host coronavirus – Big Think
The study suggests scientists are underestimating the number of animal species that could generate the next novel coronavirus.
- The novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is a product of different coronaviruses recombining in animal species.
- A new study suggests that hundreds of animal species may harbor multiple types of coronaviruses, meaning recombination events could be more likely than previously thought.
- The authors noted that their results could help improve surveillance programs to mitigate the risks associated with a future novel coronavirus.
A new study highlights hundreds of mammal species that could contract multiple…
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