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Point Pelee National Park closing for a week

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Point Pelee National Park is closing for a week for its annual deer cull.

The deer cull helps ensure the long-term health of the park’s ecosystems, according to Parks Canada and Caldwell First Nation.

The cull requires a temporary closure, which will take place from Nov. 1 to Nov. 8. It will reopen on Nov. 9.

A second deer cull will take place on Jan. 24 until Jan. 31.

“Parks Canada is responsible for maintaining and restoring ecological health in national parks,” read a news release.

“Caldwell First Nation’s traditional territory encompasses the park. A high population of white-tailed deer in Point Pelee National Park creates a serious threat to forest and savannah health and the species that depend on these habitats.”

Parks Canada estimates the current white-tailed deer population is two times higher than what the ecosystem can support.

More information on overpopulation is available here.

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