Hannaford, @viroepivet.bsky.social et al. uncover widespread recombination within megalocytiviruses through the analyses of 63 genomes, discussing implications for disease management and the classification and genetic characterization of viruses.
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Abstract. Megalocytiviruses are pathogens of global significance that can lead to substantial economic losses in aquaculture. Recombination among megalocyt