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First Outbreak of Usutu Virus in Germany

10,000 Birds

Its host range includes mosquitoes of the genus Culex , birds, and mammals, with the mosquitoes acting as the virus’ principal vector. and species breeding in cavities are less affected. The Usutu Virus’ origins are in Africa south of the Sahara. Significantly reduced flight distance. Impaired motoric movements, e.

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