Why bats don't get sick | Arinjay Banerjee

Bats are unique in their ability to host deadly viruses like rabies, SARS, and Ebola without suffering ill effects. This is due to their evolved immune system, which has a low inflammatory response, allowing them to coexist with viruses. Bats' ability to fly has led to adaptations that protect their DNA from damage, contributing to their long lifespans. Despite their resilience to viruses, bats face threats from fungal infections like white nose syndrome. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect bats and their ecological roles, and studying their immune systems may offer insights into improving human viral immunity.

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