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First West Nile Case in the Balearic Islands: What the Horse Discovery on Menorca Means

West Nile Virus in Mallorca: What It Means

West Nile virus spreads through mosquitoes. Learn what it means for Mallorca residents, horse owners and visitors.

Published: April 22, 2026
First West Nile Case in the Balearic Islands: What the Horse Discovery on Menorca Means

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What is West Nile virus and how does it spread in Mallorca?

West Nile virus is usually carried between birds and mosquitoes, especially Culex mosquitoes. People and horses can become infected after a bite, but they do not pass the virus on in the same way birds and mosquitoes do. In Mallorca, the main concern is mosquito activity in warm evenings and places where standing water collects.

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