‘Zombie’ squirrels with oozing warts are found in several states in peoples’ backyards
Reports emerge of 'zombie' squirrels with oozing warts in US backyards
📍 Aftermath
Squirrels with oozing warts and tumors were spotted in backyards across several United States states. Wildlife experts issued warnings regarding the phenomenon.
The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.
Epilogue added 36d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Multiple US states have reported sightings of squirrels with oozing warts or tumors in people's backyards. Coverage emphasizes the unusual and disturbing appearance of these squirrels, with various outlets using terms like 'zombie squirrels' and 'horrifying plague'.
The New York Post, AOL.com, the-sun.com, WYRK, and The Independent are among those reporting on the phenomenon, with wildlife experts weighing in. What to watch next: further details on the cause of the condition affecting these squirrels.
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Sources (8)
- ‘Zombie’ squirrels with oozing warts are found in several states in peoples’ backyards Yahoo · 46d ago
- ‘Zombie’ squirrels with oozing warts are found in several states in peoples’ backyards Yahoo News Canada · 46d ago
- Zombie Squirrels Spotted in People’s Backyards Across United States Wide Open Country · 46d ago
- Horrifying plague of 'zombie squirrels' with oozing tumors invade US gardens AOL.com · 46d ago
- Grotesque ‘zombie squirrels’ with oozing warts spotted roaming through US backyards New York Post · 46d ago
- Horrifying plague of 'zombie squirrels' with oozing tumours invade US gardens the-sun.com · 46d ago
- Wildlife Experts Warn About The Zombie Squirrel Phenomenon WYRK · 46d ago
- ‘Zombie’ squirrels with oozing warts are found in several states in peoples’ backyards The Independent · 46d ago broke it first
Quick answers
What are 'zombie squirrels'?
Squirrels with oozing warts or tumors
Where have 'zombie squirrels' been spotted?
Several US states, in people's backyards
What is causing the condition?
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