Syracuse.com - Turkey virus alert in Maine and New York

[HuntingNY-News]

The virus, which causes Elephant Man-like lesions on a turkey's head and legs, has already been found in the Maine population while biologists in New York are seeking further information to determine whether the disease has impacted their flock.

Joan Wynn 

The following appeared in Outdoorlife.com:

"Officials in both New York and Maine have issued alerts asking spring turkey hunters to help them identify birds that may be suffering from Lymphoproliferative Disease Virus (LPDV). The virus, which causes Elephant Man-like lesions on a turkey's head and legs, has already been found in the Maine population while biologists in New York are seeking further information to determine whether the disease has impacted their flock."

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[Paula]

Thats just gross