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UK
Safari Tip:
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Latin name: Muntiacus reevesi
Size: Approximately 45 - 48cms at the shoulder
Distribution: Found in many parts of England and spreading quickly
through Wales.
Months seen: All year
Habitat: Bramble thickets, woodlands and gardens.
Special features: This deer is a native of south China and was first
brought to the U.K. in 1840. Some were released into the grounds of Woburn Abbey
in Bedfordshire where they escaped into the surrounding countryside.
They are sometimes called barking deer on account of the dog-like noise they
make.
They have distinctive long, dark coloured scent glands running down either side
of the face. The males have short, backward-pointing antlers which are
approximately 7cms long.
Muntjac Deer in Hertfordshire
UK Safari Deer Section
UK Safari Mammal Section
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