Over the Mardi Gras weekend, "Saffron" the pet possum was confiscated from his owner by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries in the French Quarter.
In 2018 the CDC issued a warning to Louisiana hunters about "Zombie Deer". Now, the Louisiana’s Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is reporting a total of 19 deer afflicted with chronic wasting disease.
About 17 Louisiana Wildlife Agents went to assist at New Orleans Mardi Gras and captured a gigantic 14.5 foot snake and other illegal animals in two days.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife has been listening to your suggestions and they've made some major upgrades in regards to your hunting and fishing licenses.
Just as we are starting to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic in Louisiana (please wear your mask, we're not completely out yet), it looks like another statewide health issue is emerging.