April Craighead: Urban deer conflicts in Gallatin County and the spread of CWD

AI BRIEFING

• ⬤ Urban deer populations in Gallatin County are contributing to the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a fatal neurological disorder affecting deer.
• ⬤ Efforts to control the spread of CWD include hunting and population management strategies.
• ⬤ Residents are advised to take precautions, such as securing pet food and bird seed, to minimize the risk of attracting deer to their properties.