Invasive Species Council spokesperson Dr Tiana Pirtle said the action plan was a potential game-changer in stopping the introduced pest.
  • Deer populations in Australia can increase by up to 50% each year.
  • There are potentially 2 million feral deer nationwide.
  • An annual removal of at least 700,000 deer is needed to keep the population stable.
  • Feral deer have already taken over most natural areas on the east coast and pose a threat to native wildlife and habitats.
  • A National Feral Deer Action Plan has been released to manage and reduce feral deer populations.
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    https://www.dcceew.gov.au/about/news/feral-deer-action-plan

    The first National Feral Deer Action Plan has been launched.

    The plan sets out actions to reduce the impacts of feral deer on the environment, agriculture and communities.

    This will help support land managers, communities, organisations and government agencies to stop the spread and impacts of feral deer.

    The plan was developed by a working group and supported by the National Feral Deer Management Coordinator, in partnership and consultation with stakeholders across Australia.