Asian Tick Threats Revealed | Greenville News

Greenville News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Sep 12, 2026 · 2m

A silent but deadly invader is spreading across the U.S.—the Asian longhorned tick, capable of reproducing without mates and thriving on livestock. While not yet linked to human diseases here, it carries bovine theileriosis and, in its native Asia, deadly viruses like Dabie bandavirus. Scientists recently discovered a new virus, ALTNV, in patients who tested negative for DBV—causing flu-like symptoms and liver issues. Though not yet lethal on its own, it’s dangerous when paired with DBV. The real concern? These ticks may carry unknown pathogens we haven’t even detected yet. Stay vigilant…