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Suspected cases of HPAI in vultures
On September 26, 2025, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources...
Press Release
Deer health update ahead of archery season opener
With Kentucky's archery deer season opening Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, the Kentucky...
New baiting rules and antlerless-only season aim to help control diesase and manage deer populations for 2025-2026
A fatal neurologic disease affecting white-tailed deer, elk, and other cervids.
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A infectious viral disease affecting wild and domestic birds.
A zoonotic tapeworm affecting wild and domestic canids.
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