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Mosquitoes, Zika, and Other Bug News

James Gathany
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Public Health Image Library
Aedes aegypti mosquitoes have been identified the main transmitter of the Zika Virus

With Zika becoming a concern in many parts of the world, some are curious about the carrier of the virus: the mosquito. Today we'll talk about the kinds of mosquitos that transmit Zika and other viruses. Also, hear some interesting facts about the many bugs all around us from our local bug expert. 

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This show originally aired on March 7, 2016 at 11 a.m. 

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