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The Scientific name of the West Nile Virus is Flavivirus. Also, it's Classification is: Group: Group IV Family: Flaviridae Genus: Flavivirus Species: West Nile Virus The West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitos and mammals and birds can get sick from it.

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The scientific name of the West Nile virus is West Nile virus (WNV), belonging to the Flavivirus genus in the Flaviviridae family.

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What is the scientific name for west nile virus?

the genus name is Flavivirus , when written or typed correctly, comes first and is capitalized and italicized.There is usually a species which comes second. I don't know what it is for west nile virus. However it is not capitalized and italicized.


Does the West Nile Disease have DNA or RNA?

West Nile virus contains strands of RNA.


Who discovered the West Nile Virus?

Woman in Ugandawest nile virus


Is west nile a DNA or RNA virus?

West Nile virus is a virus with a single stranded RNA genome (ssRNA)


Is west nile a viral or bacterial illness?

West Nile is caused by West Nile Virus.


How did the west nile virus get its name?

The West Nile virus got its name from the location where it was first reported. And since that was the area of the western part of the NileRiver, so it got its name.


What is an interesting virus?

West-Nile virus


Are there any other names for west Nile?

west Nile virus


Can you get the west nile virus from a tick?

No, West Nile Virus is not transmitted by ticks, but there are other diseases that can be contracted through a tick bite.


Do you need to capitalize west nile virus?

No, "West Nile virus" should be written in lowercase as it is a general term, not a proper noun. However, if you are referring to the specific strain or species, such as "West Nile virus strain NY99," then capitalization would be appropriate.


Does Wst Nile Virus cause paralysis of hind legs?

West Nile virus can cause paralysis of hind legs as well as paralysis of other parts of the body. If left untreated, West Nile virus can be fatal.


How long has west nile virus been in the us?

the west nile virus was carried in mosquitoes. they would bite someone then move on through the states