Judge orders cull of 2,500 mule deer on Catalina Island

A judge has ordered the culling of 2,500 mule deer on Catalina Island, where these animals were introduced in the late 1920s. The decision aims to manage the population that has grown since their introduction nearly a century ago.

Mule deer were brought to Catalina Island in the late 1920s. Over time, their numbers increased significantly, leading to concerns about the impact on the island's ecosystem. The court has now mandated a cull of 2,500 deer to address these issues and restore ecological balance.