All articles tagged with #deer
Originally Published 17 hours ago — by Futurism
A tiny Reeves’s muntjac deer at Wroclaw Zoo in Poland bravely confronts a much larger female rhinoceros in a viral video, showcasing an amusing David vs. Goliath scenario where the small deer appears to come out on top, highlighting the playful and surprising interactions between different species in captivity.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by WBRZ
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries declared an emergency after detecting chronic wasting disease in a deer in Concordia Parish, affecting multiple parishes with restrictions on baiting, feeding, and carcass transport to prevent the spread of this fatal disease.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Gizmodo
Wildlife officials are warning about the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD), a deadly prion disease affecting deer in North America, with potential risks to humans and ecological impacts, as cases continue to emerge across multiple states and provinces.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by BBC
Britain's deer population has surged to around two million, causing significant ecological, agricultural, and road safety issues, prompting calls for more aggressive management strategies including culling, fencing, and rewilding with predators like wolves and lynx, though these solutions face social and logistical challenges.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by WTVC
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Tennessee whitetail deer is spreading eastward, with the first positive test in Wayne County confirming its presence in 20 counties. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency maintains restrictions on carcass movement and feeding within the CWD Management Zone to control its spread, and hunters are encouraged to participate in testing programs to aid surveillance efforts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
In Ohio and the Midwest, infectious diseases like chronic wasting disease and epizootic hemorrhagic disease are causing significant deer mortality, threatening local economies dependent on hunting tourism and raising concerns about environmental and public health impacts, although the broader deer population remains resilient.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bored Panda
Florida has detected its second case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a deer near the Georgia border, prompting a disease response plan. CWD is a fatal neurodegenerative disease affecting deer and related species, with no known cure or vaccine, and is being addressed through federal research funding. The disease has garnered public attention and misinformation, with some confusing it with harmless skin growths called fibromas, often called 'zombie deer'.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WKBN.com
The Pennsylvania Gaming Commission reports outbreaks of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in deer across Mercer, Lawrence, Butler, and Erie counties, caused by infected midges, with no current treatments available. The bluetongue virus (BT) also affects deer, causing severe symptoms and potential death, but some deer survive with chronic issues. Domestic livestock can also be affected, and wildlife populations typically recover within a few years.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The MoCo Show -
Several counties in Maryland are experiencing an outbreak of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) among white-tailed deer, caused by a virus transmitted through midges, with no threat to humans. The disease is common annually and typically resolves with the onset of cold weather, and affected deer should not be consumed if they have open sores. Authorities advise reporting sick or dead deer to local wildlife offices.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by woodtv.com
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the first cases of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in deer for 2025, found in four counties including West Michigan, with the disease being transmitted through midge bites and not contagious to humans or pets. EHD is often fatal but deer can develop immunity, and the DNR advises reporting suspected cases and consuming healthy-appearing venison. The disease tends to appear late summer to early fall, especially after wet springs and hot, dry summers.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by MLive.com
Michigan has reported its first cases of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in deer for 2025, confirmed in four counties, with the disease transmitted by biting flies and not affecting humans or pets. The outbreak is typical for late summer and early fall, with localized impacts on deer populations, but no long-term threat to overall deer numbers.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WV MetroNews
An outbreak of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) has been confirmed in deer across several counties in West Virginia's Mid-Ohio Valley, caused by infected midges, with the outbreak likely to end with the first frost killing the midges. The disease has resulted in multiple deer deaths, but some animals survive and develop immunity.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by PetaPixel
Eerie photos reveal a rise in deer with flesh bubbles caused by deer cutaneous fibroma virus, spread by insects like mosquitoes and ticks, with outbreaks expected to increase during warm summer months across the U.S., raising concerns about wildlife health and potential human risks.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by UNILAD
A recent surge in deer with flesh bubbles in the US is caused by deer fibroma, a virus that results in wart-like growths, likely exacerbated by climate change. These conditions are not contagious to humans and typically resolve on their own, though severe cases may require euthanasia. The rise in such animal mutations is linked to warmer weather enabling disease-carrying ticks and mosquitoes to thrive.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Patch
A deer in Waterford tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to warn residents about the dangers of the disease, which can infect all warm-blooded animals and humans, and to take precautions such as avoiding wild animals and ensuring pets are vaccinated.