Georgia has its first case of ‘zombie deer disease’ and hunting season could be in danger
The zombie deer disease has made its way to Georgia and its spread is concerning for animal experts and hunters alike.
Georgia officials lay out strategy for mitigating 'zombie deer' chronic wasting disease spread after positive test
Georgia's first-ever case of the deer disease -- which is 100% fatal -- was reported last week in south Georgia.
Georgia Detects First Case of Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer, Prompting Swift Action by Wildlife Officials
Georgia confirms its first case of Chronic Wasting Disease in a white-tailed deer, prompting the DNR to establish a CWD Management Area and enforce precautions.
New study finds hunting male deer can help control spread of chronic wasting disease
A new study authored by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department finds hunting greater numbers of male deer can slow the spread of chronic wasting disease. The U.S. Geological Survey shared news of the study in a press release from its Bozeman office on Monday.
Chronic wasting disease detected in deer near Hawley, Minnesota
Chronic wasting disease has been detected near Hawley for the first time. Hunters' voluntary testing helped identify the disease; new management zones and sampling rules may follow.
Georgia officials tackling Chronic wasting disease among deer
The disease is also often called "Zombie Deer Disease."
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Iowa reports two cases of CWD in wild deer in Fremont, Pottawattamie counties
The Fremont County deer was found west of Percival, near the Missouri River, while the Pottawattamie County deer was taken ...
DNR expands fight against CWD after the deer disease crops up in Hennepin and Clay counties
More deer hunters this year will be required to submit tissue samples for CWD testing now that the deer disease has cropped ...
Hunting Big Bucks Year After Year Helps Curb Chronic Wasting Disease, Study Shows
By analyzing mule deer herds in Wyoming, researchers predict that hunters can help slow the spread of CWD by increasing ...
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CWD confirmed in wild deer in two new Minnesota deer permit areas
This finding is concerning because it indicates possible new areas of CWD prevalence in wild deer where it hasn’t previously ...
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North Dakota Senate passes bill to protect deer baiting on private property
Supporters of the bill say that baiting bans infringe on private property rights and are based on needless fears over the ...
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CWD invades 2 more Minnesota deer permit areas
One of the two infected white-tailed bucks was found near Greenfield in Hennepin County, the other was taken near Hawley in ...
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CSKT find CWD-infected deer on the Flathead Reservation
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes report a mule deer shot on the northern portion of the reservation has tested ...
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Study predicts huge decline of Jackson Hole elk, especially if refuge keeps feeding
The scientific investigation is intended to help U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials anticipate what lies ahead as they ...
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Chronic Wasting Disease: What to know in North Carolina
CJD is rare but fatal. The UK NHS lists possible symptoms including loss of intellect and memory, changes in personality, ...
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CWD Cases Increasing as Feedgrounds Remain in Hotseat
The adult cow elk was found deceased on Scab Creek feedground in elk hunt area 98 near Pinedale, Wyoming, at the base of the Wind River Range. The feedground is bordered by three CWD-positive elk ...