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Sika Deer(Fia Seapánach)

Cervus nippon

Mammallargecrepuscular

Identification Tips

  • 1Smaller than red deer, larger than fallow deer
  • 2White rump patch with black border, visible in camera traps
  • 3Spotted coat in summer, darker brown in winter
  • 4Antlers are upright with typically 3-4 points per side

Similar Species

Red Deer
Red Deer

Sika are smaller with a more prominent white rump patch

Fallow Deer
Fallow Deer

Sika lack the palmate antlers and broad tail of fallow deer

Description

An introduced deer species now well-established in Ireland, particularly in Wicklow and Kerry. Smaller than red deer with a distinctive white rump patch.

Habitat

woodlandforest edgeparkland

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