Washington County deer deaths; Wisconsin DNR investigates
The Wisconsin DNR is investigating a deer mortality event in Washington County, with a confirmed case of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease.
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What is Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease?
Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) is a viral disease that affects deer. It is spread by midges, small biting flies. The virus causes internal bleeding and often leads to death.
How is EHD spread?
EHD is spread by midges, which are active during warm weather. The virus is not contagious between deer.
What should I do if I find a sick or dead deer?
The DNR urges hunters and the public to report any sick or dead deer. Contact the DNR or local wildlife officials for guidance.
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating a deer mortality event in southern Washington County. The DNR has confirmed that Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) is responsible for the deaths. The virus is spread by midges, small biting flies. The DNR has not yet specified the number of deer deaths or the exact locations.
The DNR confirmed the presence of EHD in a dead deer in Washington County. The virus is spread by midges, which are active during warm weather. The DNR has not yet specified the number of deer deaths or the exact locations. The DNR is investigating the extent of the outbreak.
The DNR has not yet specified the number of deer deaths or the exact locations. The DNR is urging hunters and the public to report any sick or dead deer.
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Sources (8)
- Dead deer removed from Silver Lake on Sunday Greater Milwaukee Today · 23h ago
- Two deer in Washington County test positive for EHD virus WSAW · 23h ago
- Several deer dead from virus in southeast Wisconsin WLUK · 23h ago
- Washington Co. deer deaths; Wisconsin DNR investigates Yahoo · 23h ago
- DNR investigating ‘deer mortality event’ in southern Washington County DiscoverHometown.com · 23h ago
- DNR Confirms Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease In Wild Deer In Washington County Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (.gov) · 23h ago
- Virus spread by midges confirmed in a dead deer in Washington County jsonline.com · 23h ago
- Washington County deer deaths; Wisconsin DNR investigates FOX6 News Milwaukee · 23h ago
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