Least Concern Sika Deer
Cervus nippon
Also known as: Spotted Deer, Japanese Deer
Sika Deer are a medium-sized deer species native to East Asia, but they have been introduced to many other parts of the world, including the UK. They are highly adaptable and often keep their spotted coat into adulthood, unlike many other deer. Sika are known for being very vocal, producing a wide range of sounds including a high-pitched whistle used by stags during the rutting season.
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Detailed Information on the Sika Deer
Weight
55 kg
Height
85 cm
Length
130 cm
Top Speed
48
km/h
Social Structure:
Single-sex herds outside of rut
Activity Pattern:
Crepuscular/Nocturnal
Trophic Level: Herbivore
Migration: Sedentary
Population Trend: Stable
Main Threats:
- Hybridisation with Red Deer
- Overhunting
Nara Park (Japan)
Dorset (UK - introduced)
Family: Cervidae
Order: Artiodactyla
