HELP WITH MYXOMATOSIS VECTOR

[Ursula Keuper-Bennett]

Hi there,

   Can anyone confirm how myxomatosis is spread from infected rabbit to 
uninfected?  I am looking for an example of a "mechanical" vector - 
meaning - the vector itself doesn't get the disease or host it, just 
kind of carries it around through feeding on lesions or landing on an 
infected animal.

   Thanks.


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