Zika Carrier (IMAGE) Rockefeller University Caption Spread by mosquitoes, Zika is widespread in Central and South America, and is becoming more prevalent across the globe. Credit Alex Wild Usage Restrictions Image may be used only to illustrate the research described in the accompanying release. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.