What is the Oropouche virus, also known as sloth fever?

NEW YORK (WPIX) – A case of the Oropouche virus, also known as sloth fever, was reported in New York, the state's Department of Health confirmed Tuesday. 

The virus commonly spreads through mosquito bites and has mostly been present in parts of South America, Central America and the Caribbean.

"The state has had one reported case of Oropouche virus, which has been identified as travel-related and did not originate in New York State. To protect patient confidentiality, we are...