Current perspectives on the phylogeny of Filoviridae

► Authors review the current and proposed nomenclature of filoviruses. ► Filovirus genome structure and content are reviewed. ► New filoviruses finds are discussed with regard to the current view of phylogeny. ► Swine as a newly identified host is discussed with regard to phylogenetic diversity. ► Integrations of filovirus-like sequences in host genomes are reviewed.