Serologic Surveillance for SARS-CoV-2 Infection among Wild Rodents, Europe

We report results from serologic surveillance for exposure to SARS-CoV-2 among 1,237 wild rodents and small mammals across Europe. All samples were negative, with the possible exception of 1. Despite suspected potential for human-to-rodent spillover, no evidence of widespread SARS-CoV-2 circulation in rodent populations has been reported to date.

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We conducted serologic surveillance on 1,237 wild rodents and small mammals in Europe to assess exposure to SARS-CoV-2. Results showed that all samples tested negative, except for one possible exception. Despite the potential for human-to-rodent spillover, there is currently no evidence of widespread circulation of SARS-CoV-2 in rodent populations.