Killing of Catalina Island's mule deer has begun, official confirms
- Posted on September 10, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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In brief
Wildlife management authorities on Catalina Island have initiated a population control program targeting approximately 200 invasive mule deer. This controversial ecological intervention aims to restore native habitat balance and protect endangered plant species threatened by overgrazing. The culling operation represents a significant step in addressing the island's escalating wildlife management crisis, sparking ongoing debate between conservation advocates and animal welfare activists about the most ethical approach to invasive species control.
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Killing of Catalina Island's mule deer has begun, official confirms
The controversial shooting and culling of roughly 200 members of Catalina Island’s invasive mule deer species “is underway,” local officials confirmed to The Times on Wednesday afternoon.
