CWD article

[dogsled]

Came across this this morning and thought it would be of interest.

‘Don’t call it zombie deer disease’: scientists warn of ‘global crisis’ as infections spread across the US

The contagious, fatal illness in deer, elk and moose must be taken seriously, say experts as it takes hold in the US and reaches other countries. While it has not infected humans yet, the risk is growing

www.theguardian.com

 

[mike243]

I read that a few days ago, it's a real thing that will forever change deer hunting for trophy hunters. Those rare huge bucks will become even rarer imo. not sure how long that will take but I don't ever see a way to stop it because it's so spread out now.

 

[BigAl]

Thanks for sharing

 

[Iglow]

It seemed the twra put all their eggs in 2 baskets long ago in the 60's and 70's with deer and turkeys. Guess I can't blame them but now looking forward they better accept the fact that their cash cow of deer are going away and the turkey situation isn't much better with turkey populations crashing with no reason why. If I was them, I'd put the focus on small game on all wmas, doing the timbering necessary and getting the native grasses back. Or..they can forget the wildlife in tWra and manage ohv parks, boating and greenway bike trails on the former wmas.
The first time it's proven that cwd jumped species and a person that ate infected venison got it , deer hunting will be done.