Deer behaviour changes significantly during this period
Every autumn, the deer rutting season takes place. Considered one of the most impressive spectacles in UK wildlife, the rutting season can have dramatic effects on the way deer behave.
The man was subsequently taken to hospital as a precaution, while the deer was put down by a vet. But what exactly is deer rutting season, when does it take place - and what do people need to know if they are coming into contact with them.What is deer rutting season? Rutting season is the mating season for deer species. - they engage in fierce battles over potential mates - and people who wish to observe the deer during rutting season are advised to be very cautious.
Do deer attack humans? According to the British Deer Society, deer are generally docile and avoid close contact with humans. However, during the rutting season, they can become very aggressive and may attack both people and dogs. Nottingham City Council said "it's important to be clear that it is extremely rare for a deer to approach a park visitor in this way, unprovoked and from a distance, even in the rutting season.
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