80% of deer in Iowa tested positive for coronavirus. The good news is that it can’t be passed to humans from animals.
Researchers found COVID-19 antibodies in deerskin samples which led them to the discovery.
Deer are safe to eat as long as it’s cooked to an appropriate temperature, the Iowa DNR says. The DNR suggests using extra caution like wearing gloves or a mask to harvest the deer, and testing the deer for CWD before consuming it.
Deer identified as widespread carrier of coronavirus: study
Iowa study finds humans gave COVID-19 to deer | Post Bulletin
New study suggests SARS-CoV-2 spreading widely within wild deer population
