Zombie Squirrels with Oozing Flesh Terrorize US Backyards

Reports of disfigured squirrels affected by squirrel pox, a virus causing wart-like growths, have increased in North America. Experts suggest the disease spreads mainly through mosquito bites and human feeding practices, though it is generally not fatal and animals often recover. The condition is species-specific, posing minimal risk to humans and pets, but highlights concerns about wildlife health and human impact on animal populations.