Table 1.
α-Herpesviruses Isolated from Nonhuman Primates
| Host Species | Commonly Used Designation | Official ICTV Name (common name) |
|---|---|---|
| Human | HSV1, HSV2 | Human herpesvirus 1, 2 (Herpes simplex virus) |
| Chimpanzee | ChHV | (Chimpanzee herpesvirus)* |
| Macaque | Herpes B, BV | Macacine herpesvirus 1 |
| Baboon | HVP2 | Papiine herpesvirus 2 |
| Vervet, Baboon | SA8 | Cercopithecine herpesvirus 2 |
| Langur | HVL | (Langur herpesvirus)* |
| Squirrel monkey | HVS1, Sahv1 | Saimirine herpesvirus 1 |
| Spider monkey | HVA1, AtHV1 | Ateline herpesvirus 1 |
*
Not yet officially classified by ICTV