Whales and orcas were carrying viruses no one knew existed

ScienceDaily
Jan 6, 2026, 1:10 pm28 pts
Researchers studying Caribbean whales and orcas have discovered two new viruses not previously observed in these animals. The viruses were found using advanced genetic sequencing of archived samples, revealing a previously invisible layer of marine life. Their genetic makeup suggests these viruses may have…

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