A new subtype of Thottapalayam virus carried by the Asian house shrew (Suncus murinus) in China

► TMPV-like virus was identified in Suncus murinus in China. ► TPMV variants in China formed a distinct group. ► Like other members of hantavirus, TPMV shows high genetic diversity. ► Insectivore-associated hantaviruses are indeed present in China.