CWD is spreading in Montana. Will deer and elk populations decline as a result?
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Victor Sample, MT43 News
Vic Sample: MT43 News Treasurer |
CWD is Spreading in Montana. Will deer and elk populations decline as a result?
Victor Sample
MT43 News
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that sickens and ultimately kills ungulates such as deer, elk and moose over a period of months or years.
The disease is now well established in Montana, according to wildlife managers. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks told state lawmakers last month that the infection curve is climbing, particularly among white-tailed and mule deer. According to FWP’s analysis, the disorder, first detected in 2017, is spreading in the Treasure State.
Amanda Eggert, reporter for the Montana Free Press, has written an excellent article regarding the future of Montana's deer and elk herds with CDW spreading across Montana.
Information in this article was excerpted from the Montana Free Press article. To read the full article, visit the MT43News website at
https://mt43news-business-services.com/mt43newsArticleViewPublished/7058/2196
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Image 1 Caption: Map of verified CWD occurrences in Montana Hunting Districts
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