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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is considering changing the number of deer that hunters can take in three Ohio counties due to an "unprecedented" outbreak of the deadly epizootic hemorrhagic disease. The disease does not affect humans.

Epizootic hemorrhagic disease is deadly to whitetail deer, but is not transferable to humans or livestock. The virus is spread by infected midges, which are small flies.

Lyme disease rates are rising throughout Ohio due to expanded deer migration and increased humidity through climate change.

Ohio is continuing to see deer test positive from a fatal neurological disease. It could have implications for the species’ population decades down the line.

The white tail deer, is thriving — especially in the suburbs, where coexisting with human residents can sometimes lead to trouble.

A report has been compiled on the deer herd in the city and possible population-control options.

Researchers at The Ohio State University said they have confirmed COVID-19 infections in wild white-tailed deer in six locations in Northeast Ohio.

Monday marks the start of the deer gun hunt season. Over the last few years, gun hunting has been on the decline, but Ohio wildlife officials expect that…

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