California officials move forward with plans to exterminate mule deer from island

California wildlife officials have advanced a plan to exterminate a mule deer herd from Santa Catalina Island. The Catalina Island Conservancy, which manages 88% of the island's terrain, views the nonnative mule deer as a significant threat to local biodiversity, water quality, and fire resilience. This plan has created a conflict between the conservancy and local residents who wish to preserve their local identity.