What is it called when humans infect non-human animals?

Reverse zoonosis.

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Why: When humans infect non-humans, it is called reverse zoonosis or anthroponosis.

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Answer: Reverse zoonosis. When humans infect non-humans, it is called reverse zoonosis or anthroponosis.

  1. Zoonosis en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoonosis
    When humans infect non-humans, it is called reverse zoonosis or anthroponosis.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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