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New case emerging for Culex mosquito as unexpected Zika spreader

Early data from new lab tests reopen question of non-Aedes vectors

Culex mosquito

SPREADING NEWS  The controversial idea that a Culex mosquito (shown) can spread Zika is getting some reconsideration as new data are emerging from separate labs.

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By Susan Milius

- More than 2 years ago

ORLANDO, Fla. — New evidence from separate labs supports the controversial idea that an overlooked and unexpected Culex mosquito might spread Zika virus.