Can Insects Transmit the Corona
Virus?
By Dr. Sonja Swiger:
Short answer – NO!!
Mosquitoes are NOT carriers for COVID19.
There is no known proof that mosquitoes can vector COVID-19.
A
recent article from TAMU experts –
From
the WHO – World Health Organization
The new coronavirus CANNOT be transmitted through mosquito bites.
To date there has been no information nor evidence to suggest
that the new coronavirus could be transmitted by mosquitoes. The new
coronavirus is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets
generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of
saliva or discharge from the nose. To protect yourself, clean your hands
frequently with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.
Also, avoid close contact with anyone who is coughing and sneezing.
From
the CDC – Centers for Disease Control
• Mosquitoes and ticks can’t spread all
types of viruses.
• At this time, we have no data to suggest
that COVID-19 or other similar coronaviruses (e.g. SARS, MERS) are spread by
mosquitoes or ticks.
• For a virus to pass to a person through a
mosquito or tick bite, the virus must be able to replicate inside the mosquito
or tick.
Please let me know if you have any further
questions or need any other information.
Sonja
Sonja L. Swiger, PhD
Associate Professor & Veterinary/Medical Extension
Entomologist
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
1229 North US Hwy 281
Stephenville, TX 76401
Thanks Sonja!
Blayne Reed
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