File Geodatabase Feature Class
Tags
chronic wasting disease, CWD, deer, elk, test, survey
This dataset highlights the geographic distribution of deer harvested and sampled for CWD across various hunt zones. By mapping the locations of CWD surveillance activities, this layer offers insights into the prevalence and distribution of CWD within specific regions, aiding in targeted monitoring and management strategies. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) conducts surveillance for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer, elk, and other cervids to monitor and manage its presence within the state's wildlife populations since 1999. Surveillance methods include targeted testing of harvested animals, monitoring of roadkill, and mandatory reporting of sick or unusual-looking animals. Updates will be uploaded as soon as they are available. Please note, data from early years were not standardized as they are now.
This compilation of layers provides a comprehensive view of CWD-related activities, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic planning for wildlife management and disease prevention efforts. To date, there has not yet been any cases of CWD detected in California and surveillance data will be updated regularly. For the latest information, please visit https://wildlife.ca.gov/CWD .
This data is associated with the following datasets: Chronic Wasting Disease Sampling Stations - 2023 - CDFW [ds3154], Participating Meat Processors and Taxidermists - CDFW [ds3155], Approved Deer Carcass Disposal Sites - CDFW [ds3156], Chronic Wasting Disease Sampling Stations - 2024 - CDFW [ds3182], Chronic Wasting Disease Positive Detections - 2024 - CDFW [ds3183], Participating Meat Processors and Taxidermists - 2024 - CDFW [ds3188]).
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), Wildlife Health Lab, Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Surveillance. Liberty Wood, Brandon Munk, Linell Hansen, and Alex Heeron. Thank you to the Meat Processors, and Taxidermists for submitting samples and Wildlife Health Lab (WHL) for their dedication to monitoring and protecting Wildlife!
License: This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ). Using the citation standards recommended for BIOS datasets ( https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/Data/BIOS/Citing-BIOS ) satisfies the attribution requirements of this license.
Disclaimer: The State makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or adequacy of these data and expressly disclaims liability for errors and omissions in these data. No warranty of any kind, implied, expressed, or statutory, including but not limited to the warranties of non-infringement of third party rights, title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and freedom from computer virus, is given with respect to these data.
Extent
| West | -124.506037 | East | -113.498680 |
| North | 42.068546 | South | 32.423518 |
| Maximum (zoomed in) | 1:5,000 |
| Minimum (zoomed out) | 1:150,000,000 |
License: This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ). Using the citation standards recommended for BIOS datasets ( https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/Data/BIOS/Citing-BIOS ) satisfies the attribution requirements of this license.
Disclaimer: The State makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or adequacy of these data and expressly disclaims liability for errors and omissions in these data. No warranty of any kind, implied, expressed, or statutory, including but not limited to the warranties of non-infringement of third party rights, title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and freedom from computer virus, is given with respect to these data.