Rewilding Chile Releases Endangered Huemul Deer Back into Patagonian Wild
In Cerro Castillo National Park, located in Patagonia, the endangered huemul deer, also known as the south Andean deer, is facing a significant threat from a disease spread by domestic livestock. The disease, caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis, results in abscesses in the lymph nodes and organs of the deer. To combat this, Rewilding Chile, a non-profit organization, has established a rehabilitation center dedicated to treating these deer. Recently, the center successfully treated its first patient, a young stag named Distraido, who was released back into the wild. This marks a significant milestone in huemul conservation efforts, as the species is critically endangered with only about 1,500 individuals remaining across Chile and Argentina. 
