Fallow 🦌

The Fallow Deer (Dama dama) is a distinctive species of deer known for its unique appearance and adaptability.

Description:
Appearance: Fallow deer have a varied coat color that can range from reddish-brown to grey, with a characteristic white-spotted pattern on their back and flanks. They have a distinctive, palmate antler shape, which is broad and flattened with tines that spread out, resembling a hand (hence "palmate"). Their legs are slender, and they have a relatively short, compact body.
Size: Males, or bucks, typically weigh between 60 to 100 kilograms (130 to 220 pounds) and stand about 85 to 95 centimeters (33 to 37 inches) at the shoulder. Females, or does, are generally smaller, weighing between 40 to 70 kilograms (90 to 150 pounds).

Habitat:
Location: Fallow deer are native to the Mediterranean region but have been introduced to various parts of Europe, including the British Isles, as well as to North America and Australia. They thrive in a variety of forested and open habitats.
Environment: They are adaptable and can live in deciduous woodlands, parklands, and even some agricultural areas. They prefer habitats with a mix of cover and open space for grazing.
What They Eat:
Diet: Fallow deer are herbivores and have a varied diet that includes grasses, leaves, shoots, fruits, and nuts. They are known to graze on a wide range of vegetation, making them quite adaptable to different environments and food availability.

Fun Fact:
the different coat colorations and spotting patterns of fallow deer can change with the seasons, providing them with seasonal camouflage and making them quite striking in appearance.