Red deer - Wikipedia
WebThe red deer ( Cervus elaphus) is one of the largest deer species. A male red deer is called a stag or hart, and a female is called a doe or hind. The red deer inhabits most of Europe, the Caucasus Mountains region, Anatolia, Iran, and parts of western Asia. It also inhabits the Atlas Mountains of Northern Africa; being the only living species ...
Red Deer - Deer Species - The British Deer Society
WebMale red deer are called stags, females hinds and the young calves. Females (hinds) weigh 63 to 120kg and stand up to 1.07 – 1.22m at the shoulder. By comparison, an average adult man in Britain stands at 1.77m high and weighs 79kg. Deer living in open upland habitats tend to be smaller than those living in more wooded lowland areas.
Red deer | The Wildlife Trusts
WebA male red deer is called a 'stag', a female is called a 'hind'. The most characteristic feature of a male is the impressive, branched antlers, which can measure up to one metre in breadth and weigh as much as 15kg. Within a few weeks of shedding old antlers, new ones will start to grow. They are covered in a soft skin called 'velvet', which ...
Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) - Woodland Trust
WebRed deer have red-brown fur with a cream rump. The UK’s largest land mammal, a mature male (stag) may stand four feet tall at the shoulder and weigh up to 200kg. Stags develop a large set of antlers that grow with age. Starting with just two points, the antlers steadily develop more branches, reaching up to 16 in most cases.
Red deer facts and information | Trees for Life
WebThe red deer (Cervus elaphus) is Scotland’s largest surviving mammal and is an integral part of the Caledonian Forest. Deprived of its native habitat by centuries of deforestation, it will benefit from the return of the forest. Distribution. Physical Characteristics & …
Red Deer Facts & Information | Cervus Elaphus - World Deer
WebRed Deer. One of the largest deer species in the world, the Red Deer ( Cervus elaphus) is a majestic animal that inhabits most of Europe, and Caucausus mountain range, parts of Asia, Iran, and Northwestern Africa (where it’s the only species of deer) on the continent. They are also found in North America, where they are called Elk or Wapiti.
Red deer | Mammals | Species profile | Scottish Wildlife Trust
WebThe red deer is Scotland’s largest deer. Males have large, branching antlers, increasing in size as they get older. These impressive antlers can measure up to one metre in breadth and weigh as much as 15kg. Red deer are dark russet-brown in colour, with a paler buff rump patch and a pale tail. Look out for herds of large, sturdy deer with ...
Red Deer - British Wildlife Centre
WebRed deer are Britain’s largest native land mammal and, together with the roe deer, are our only native deer species. All other deer species have been introduced. In all deer species (except the reindeer) only the male has antlers. Antlers are shed each Spring and immediately a new set starts to grow, taking 16 weeks to reach full size in August.
Prince of the Alps | Animal Guide: Red Deer | Nature | PBS
WebJul 28, 2008 · In fact, red deer meat was found in the belly of a mummified hunter who died in the Alps over 5,000 years ago. Even today, these amazing animals continue to be a popular target for game hunters.
Red deer | European, Cervidae, Antlers | Britannica
WebApr 26, 2024 · Red deer, (Cervus elaphus), well-known deer, in the family Cervidae (order Artiodactyla), that is native to North America, Europe, Asia, and northwestern Africa and was introduced into New Zealand. The red deer has long been hunted for both sport and food. Found primarily in woodlands, it lives in
Skip to content