The Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) issues a warning about the significant overpopulation of deer in Virginia, particularly as the general firearms hunting season gets underway. As part of their initiative, the DWR aims to manage deer populations across most cities in the Commonwealth, except for Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, citing essential reasons for doe harvesting, including maintaining balanced herds and protecting crops.
DWR also emphasizes the importance of community involvement, encouraging hunters to donate venison to families in need through the Hunters for the Hungry program. With mandatory Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing planned for deer in certain counties, the DWR underscores the urgency of reducing deer populations to ensure both wildlife health and agricultural safety in the region.
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