West Nile is spread exclusively through mosquitos, which is one of many diseases that are known to transmit, and that is why they are literally the most dangerous animal on the planet.
There are over 30,000 different bugs in Texas, making it one of the most biologically diverse regions in the United States. Some of the most common types found in Texas are mosquitoes, ants, termites, cockroaches, beetles, and flies.
The first case of the year has been reported in Texas. Here are the symptoms of West Nile fever to look for and how to reduce your chances of being exposed to the virus.