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Controversy Erupts Over Catalina Island Deer Culling Plan

1/28/2026

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The Catalina Island Conservancy proposed culling 2,000 mule deer on Catalina Island.
The conservancy says non-native deer have overgrazed vegetation.
Critics including Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn call the plan unethical.
A petition has gathered over 22,000 signatures.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will review the permit application.

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Story summary

The Catalina Island Conservancy proposed culling 2,000 mule deer on Catalina Island.
The conservancy says non-native deer have overgrazed vegetation.
Critics including Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn call the plan unethical.
A petition has gathered over 22,000 signatures.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will review the permit application.