SARS-CoV-2 evolved faster in deer than humans
3× the rate in humans
Free-ranging white-tailed deer have widespread SARS-CoV-2 infections. A study published in August 2023 reported that the virus evolved in deer at three times its rate in humans.
3× the rate in humans
Free-ranging white-tailed deer have widespread SARS-CoV-2 infections. A study published in August 2023 reported that the virus evolved in deer at three times its rate in humans.