The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has confirmed that a White-tailed Deer harvested in Maryland has tested positive in laboratory testing for Chronic Wasting Disease. A hunter in Allegany County reported taking the deer on November 27, 2010 in Green Ridge State Forest. Maryland is now one of 20 other states and Canadian provinces with CWD documented in deer, elk or moose.
Many details of the disease are unknown, but below our some links and a great video from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources on CWD.
Chronic Wasting Disease Found In Maryland – MD QDMA Statement
Maryland DNR Wildlife and Heritage Office CWD Info Page
Maryland DNR 2011 CWD Response Plan
Chronic Wasting Disease Alliance Website
Patriot Land & Wildlife Blog 