Turriviridae

Turriviridae is a family of viruses; it contains only one genus, Alphaturrivirus.  The archaea Sulfolobus solfataricus serve as natural hosts. There are currently only two species in the genus Alphaturrivirus.

Structure
Viruses in Turriviridae have icosahedral geometries, and T=31 symmetry. The diameter is around 74 nm. Genomes are linear.

Life cycle
Viral replication is cytoplasmic. Entry into the host cell is achieved by adsorption into the host cell. DNA-templated transcription is the method of transcription. Sulfolobus solfataricus serves as the natural host. Transmission routes are passive diffusion.

References

External links
 Viralzone: Turriviridae
 ICTV

Category:Turriviridae
Category:Virus families