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local-news12 days ago•20 min saved

Horned Rabbits in St. Paul: Shope Virus Turns Bunnies into Frankenstein Figures

In St. Paul and the Twin Cities, rabbits infected with Shope papillomavirus develop horn- or tusk-like growths. The non-curable virus is transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks and is most active in warmer months. Officials say the prevalence can wax and wane; the Minnesota DNR notes metro infections without confirming a rise, while the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota has treated seven affected rabbits this year. Domestic rabbits may require veterinary removal of growths.

via Pioneer Press|

#local-news #rabbits #shope-papillomavirus

health1 month ago•39 min saved

Colorado tracks rabbit-linked illness, urges caution for wildlife handlers

Colorado health officials are monitoring reports of a rare illness linked to rabbits and urging precautions for anyone handling wildlife; no statewide outbreak has been confirmed.

via Yahoo|

#colorado #health #public-health

lifestyle2 months ago•1 min saved

Spring Garden Wins: Rabbit-Resistant Choices and Smart Planting

Gardening expert Dave Epstein answers readers’ questions on tackling critters and selecting spring plants, noting mid-April is prime for planting perennials, trees and shrubs while avoiding warm-season crops. He highlights rabbit-resistant options like echinacea, goldenrod and New England asters, and suggests measures such as fencing around vegetable beds to deter critters, plus tips that support pollinators during the season.

via The Boston Globe|

#gardening #lifestyle #perennials

travel-and-culture6 months ago•5 min saved

Uninhabited Japanese Island Turns into Rabbit Paradise

Okunoshima, an uninhabited Japanese island with a dark wartime history of chemical weapon production, has become a popular tourist destination known for its large rabbit population, which is now dependent on visitors for food and faces threats from predators and declining natural resources. The island's history and its current ecological challenges highlight a complex legacy of darkness and light.

via The Guardian|

#history #japan #okunoshima

science10 months ago•3 min saved

Unusual Horned and Tentacled Rabbits Spotted Across the US

Rabbits with hornlike growths caused by the Shope papillomavirus have been spotted in northern Wisconsin, sparking viral photos and internet interest. The virus is mostly benign, transmitted through skin contact and insects, and is not a threat to humans. An increase in sightings may be linked to warmer weather and insect activity, but climate change's role remains unproven. Experts advise caution when handling sick wildlife.

via WPR|

#hornlike-growths #rabbits #science

science-and-environment10 months ago•7 min saved

Colorado Rabbits Develop Horns and Tentacles Due to Virus

Rabbits in Colorado are developing horn-like growths and tentacles due to the Shope papilloma virus, which causes benign, horn-shaped keratin growths. This phenomenon has sparked social media interest and is linked to the myth of the jackalope in Wyoming, a legendary creature possibly inspired by infected rabbits. Experts confirm the virus is harmless to humans and not a threat to local wildlife, though it has fueled local folklore and tourism.

via Cowboy State Daily|

#colorado #mythology #rabbits

science10 months ago•1 min saved

Mystery of Horned and Tentacled Rabbits Spreading in Colorado

A group of rabbits in Colorado with hornlike growths, called 'Frankenstein bunnies,' are infected with the harmless Shope papillomavirus, which causes wart-like growths. The virus, historically linked to folklore and scientific research, spreads among rabbits but poses no threat to humans or pets, and the growths typically disappear as rabbits' immune systems fight the infection.

via KSL.com|

#colorado #frankenstein-bunnies #rabbits

science11 months ago•1 min saved

Unusual 'Frankenstein' Rabbits with Horns Spotted in the U.S.

Unusual-looking rabbits with wart-like growths, caused by the Shope papillomavirus, have been spotted in Washington State. These 'zombie rabbits' are harmless to humans and pets, and the condition is not new, often increasing in summer due to flea and tick activity. The growths do not typically harm the rabbits and are part of a virus that has contributed to scientific research on viruses and cancer.

via KIRO 7 News Seattle|

#rabbits #science #shope-papillomavirus

science11 months ago•2 min saved

Colorado and Washington Rabbits Grow Horns and Tentacles, Dubbed 'Frankenstein' Bunnies

Wild rabbits in Colorado are developing horn-like growths caused by the Shope papilloma virus, a benign summer virus spread by insects, which does not pose a risk to humans or pets. Most infected rabbits survive and recover, with the growths eventually disappearing, and there is no need for intervention unless the growths impair the rabbit's ability to eat or drink.

via yahoo.com|

#colorado #rabbits #science

science11 months ago•1 min saved

Colorado Rabbits with 'Horns' Earn 'Frankenstein Bunny' Nickname

A group of rabbits in Colorado with hornlike growths are infected with the harmless Shope papillomavirus, which causes wart-like protrusions. These 'Frankenstein bunnies' have inspired nicknames and are linked to historical folklore and scientific research, but the virus poses no threat to humans or pets and typically resolves on its own.

via CNN|

#colorado #frankenstein-bunnies #rabbits

science11 months ago•2 min saved

Colorado Rabbits with Hornlike Growths Spark Curiosity

In Colorado, some rabbits are developing horn-like growths caused by the common Shope papillomavirus, which is harmless and causes wart-like protrusions. These infected rabbits, dubbed 'Frankenstein bunnies,' are not a threat to humans or pets, and the virus has historical significance in scientific research and folklore, including the myth of the jackalope.

via Scripps News|

#colorado #frankenstein-bunnies #rabbits

science11 months ago•0 min saved

Colorado Rabbits Grow Horns and Tentacles, Sparking Curiosity

Rabbits in Colorado with tentacle-like growths were observed, but officials confirmed these are harmless papillomavirus-induced growths that do not pose a risk to humans or other animals.

via The Washington Post|

#colorado #papillomavirus #rabbits

science11 months ago•2 min saved

Colorado Rabbits with Horns and Tentacles: Harmless 'Frankenstein' Bunnies

In Colorado, some rabbits have hornlike growths caused by the common and harmless Shope papillomavirus, which has historically influenced folklore like the jackalope myth; the virus is species-specific and not dangerous to humans or pets.

via Phys.org|

#animal-folklore #colorado #rabbits

science11 months ago•2 min saved

Colorado's 'Frankenstein' Rabbits Grow Horns and Tentacles, Experts Explain

Cottontail rabbits in Colorado are developing horn-like warts caused by papillomavirus, likely spread by ticks, amid an unusually active tick season. The growths are generally harmless but could affect the rabbits' ability to eat, and the virus does not pose a risk to humans or pets.

via Axios|

#colorado #papillomavirus #rabbits

science11 months ago•1 min saved

Colorado's 'Frankenstein' rabbits develop bizarre horn-like growths

Rabbits in northern Colorado are developing tentacle-like growths caused by the rabbit papilloma virus, which is common and usually harmless, spreading through contact and insects. The virus does not affect humans or pets, but pet rabbits should be treated if infected. Most rabbits recover without issues.

via The Denver Post|

#colorado #papilloma #rabbits