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    Diseases of Michigan's Wildlife

    • Summary of Selected Wildlife Health Issues in Michigan PDF icon

    • Bovine Tuberculosis Bovine tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium bovis. It primarily affects cattle, but other animals like deer may become infected.

    • Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) A disease of the central nervous system found in deer and elk.

    • Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) in White-Tailed Deer

    • Type E Botulism in Michigan's Wildlife Type E botulism has been confirmed in the deaths of many fish-eating waterfowl and diving ducks along the beaches of northern Lake Michigan.

    • West Nile Virus Follow this link to the State of Michigan's comprehensive West Nile Virus website. Report sick or dead birds and mammals here.

    • White-Nose Syndrome in BatsFrequently Asked Questions About White-Nose Syndrome
    More About White-Nose Syndrome

    • Other Emerging Diseases Emerging infectious diseases that may be transmitted between animals and humans are a concern for all. Learn more about these diseases at Michigan's multi-agency Emerging Diseases website.


    Current Issues

    • Report Diseased Wildlife

    • Bovine Tuberculosis Information for Hunters

    • How Chronic Wasting Disease Affects Hunters Information about CWD surveillance, the ban on deer and elk baiting and feeding in the Lower Peninsula, restrictions for hunters importing deer or elk, and frequently asked questions.

    • Information About Type E Botulism for Waterfowl Hunters Type E botulism-related precautions that waterfowl hunters in the northern Lower Peninsula and the eastern Upper Peninsula should follow.

    • Check Your Deer Laboratory Testing Results Online


    Contact Information

    • DNR Wildlife Disease Lab The DNR Wildlife Disease Laboratory is responsible for monitoring the health and well-being of the wildlife in the state of Michigan.





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