Observations on the biology of fallow deer (Dama dama) in Epping Forest, Essex, England

摘要: Abstract Fallow Deer killed accidentally in Epping Forest 1965 and 1966 have been examined as part of a general study on the biology these Deer. In were throughout year, whereas most October November at rate about one every three-and-a-half days. Approximately equal numbers male female killed. Many showed evidence having involved accidents prior to fatal one, many also exhibited degenerative lesions unknown aetiology or more bones, incidence appearing increase with age. Pedicels start developing between 6 12 months age antlers 10 15 months. Both deer reach puberty 16 females first breed this It is not known whether males Food consists mainly grass together acorns, apples, chestnuts, wheat, leaves Beech, Holly, Ivy. Bracket Fungi found rumen. The pelage fawns described.