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Nantucket Deer Population Soars: Record Hunt Planned

1/12/2025

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Nantucket's deer population could surpass 10,000, as noted by biologist Martin Feehan, due to rising density and mortality rates.
Earlier estimates were between 2,000 and 6,000, indicating substantial growth in numbers.
The state plans an extended deer hunt in January to control the population and mitigate tick-borne diseases.
In 2023, hunters achieved a record harvest of 879 deer, marking a 7% increase from 2022.

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Story summary

Nantucket's deer population could surpass 10,000, as noted by biologist Martin Feehan, due to rising density and mortality rates.
Earlier estimates were between 2,000 and 6,000, indicating substantial growth in numbers.
The state plans an extended deer hunt in January to control the population and mitigate tick-borne diseases.
In 2023, hunters achieved a record harvest of 879 deer, marking a 7% increase from 2022.