Three quarters of deer in some parts of the US are infected with an 100 percent fatal 'zombie deer virus', experts have warned.
The deadly neurological illness, also known as chronic wasting disease, is currently attacking North American cervids including deer, elk and moose.
The brain virus leaves animals confused, drooling, and unafraid of humans. In areas where the disease is endemic, prevalence is normally estimated to be up to 25 percent.
However, experts in Colorado have warned as many as three quarters of deer are infected in certain parts of the state.
National park goers are urged to remain vigilant and steer clear of any animals which appear to be infected, especially after the discovery of a sick deer at Yellowstone at the end of last year,
Poster Comment:
Another bio attack on our food supply?