Mar 3, 2026 · Angela Montana
Idaho Lethally Removed 82 Mule Deer From a Captive Elk Facility—Here’s Why CWD Risk Drove the Decision
Idaho Fish and Game removed 82 wild mule deer that entered a captive elk facility in GMU 60A after hunters reported seeing them inside during the 2025 season. Officials said lethal removal and CWD testing were the most responsible option because wild deer can’t legally remain in captivity and there’s no reliable live test for chronic wasting disease.