The Catalina Island Conservancy scrapped its plan to eradicate the mule deer population on Catalina Island with a helicopter marksman after receiving strong…
The decision follows a unanimous vote by the Board of Supervisors, led by Hahn, opposing the plan to shoot the deer from a helicopter.The Catalina Island Conservancy plans to rework its plan and consider using other methodologies previously dismissed to eradicate the estimated 1,770 deer on the island.
Lauren Dennhardt, Senior Director of Conservation, announced the decision during a meeting with the Los Angeles County Fish and Wildlife Commission Wednesday morning."We have heard the concerns expressed by residents and by Supervisor Hahn, and per her request, we are working on revising our plan to prioritize other methodologies,” said Dennhardt.
Plans to eradicate the species are part of a restoration project by the Catalina Island Conservancy to restore and protect the island's native plants and species.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Happy National Wildflower Week: Irvine Ranch Conservancy is hosting a ‘Wildflower Takeover'The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks are flower-filled treasures; celebrate some of their best-known blossoms, all week long, via social posts.
Read more »
Most Over-the-Top Hats at the Central Park Conservancy Hat LuncheonThey Are Wearing: The most over-the-top hats at the Central Park Conservancy hat luncheon.
Read more »
Explore sacred sites this weekend with the New York Landmarks ConservancyThe New York Landmarks Conservancy is hosting its annual Sacred Sites Open House on Saturday and Sunday, inviting visitors to explore the art, architecture, and
Read more »
Cheers to the Catalina Wine Mixer, that fizzy festivity with cinematic credThe sunny celebration started in the 2008 film 'Step Brothers'; now the fictional event is a popular Avalon affair.
Read more »
Taste Around Avalon celebrates Catalina's cuisine sceneThe 'Sip Sample & Savor' celebration gives island visitors a chance to get to know the local eats.
Read more »
Megalopolis Looks Like Francis Ford Coppola Finally Made A Star Wars Movie(Adam-Driver-as-Caesar-Catalina)-from-Megalopolis-
Read more »