MV Times: Tick Free MV's Public Panel Discussion on the Deer Survey

A Martha’s Vineyard Times article reports on a public briefing held to review results from the Island-wide aerial deer survey conducted using thermal drone technology. Researchers presented detailed findings showing approximately 4,681 deer across Martha’s Vineyard, with significant population hotspots in areas like Aquinnah and Chilmark. The panel discussion explained how the data was collected, how deer density relates to tick-borne disease risk, and how the findings will be used to guide future deer management and public health strategies. Community members and experts also discussed next steps, including continued monitoring and possible policy changes to reduce deer densities over time.

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