We tested coatis (Nasua nasua) living in an urban park near a densely populated area of Brazil and found natural SARS-CoV-2 Zeta variant infections by using quantitative reverse transcription PCR, genomic sequencing, and serologic surveillance. We recommend a One Health strategy to improve surveillance of and response to COVID-19.

SARS-CoV-2 Spillback to Wild Coatis in Sylvatic–Urban Hotspot, Brazil

Giovanetti, Marta;
2023-01-01

Abstract

We tested coatis (Nasua nasua) living in an urban park near a densely populated area of Brazil and found natural SARS-CoV-2 Zeta variant infections by using quantitative reverse transcription PCR, genomic sequencing, and serologic surveillance. We recommend a One Health strategy to improve surveillance of and response to COVID-19.
2023
Brazil; COVID-19; SARS; SARS-CoV-2; coatis; coronavirus; coronavirus disease; natural infections; respiratory infections; severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2; spillback; urban parks; viruses; wildlife; zoonoses
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