The characteristics of each deer species make them well-suited to the habitats found across Britain and highly adaptable to environmental changes. Together they make a valuable …

Spotted a deer or taken a photo of one, but aren't sure which species it is? Use our free BDS online deer guide to help you to identify it.

Fallow deer are a medium to large size deer. Whilst non-native, fallow deer are considered naturalised and abundant in England and Wales.

If you want to know where you can see water deer or how far muntjac have spread across England you need a survey of deer distribution, and this is exactly what the British Deer Society have doing for many years with our deer distribution surveys.

Dec 4, 2024 · Deer management is a vital component of conservation in the UK, supporting biodiversity and ecosystem health. By adopting a holistic, science-based approach, the UK …

Sep 6, 2023 · Our surveys provide a unique look at the distribution of our six deer species, and being able to compare the latest results against previous records provides vital information on the changing ranges of our deer populations.

The BDS maintains a comprehensive list of parks, zoos, farm attractions and other establishments in the UK which hold captive or enclosed deer. Click on the link below to open a spreadsheet (which can be searched by location, species present …

The British Deer Society [BDS] is a charity that operates throughout the UK dedicated to educating and inspiring everyone about deer. Through our education and research, we raise awareness about wild deer and the issues surrounding them.

There are 6 species of deer in the UK. Where are they found? You can download or print our free deer distribution maps and posters to find out! Photo by: Bartkowski

The roe is one of the truly native deer of the British Isles, the other being the red deer. Records of them date to before the Mesolithic period (6000 to 10000 years BC). They are abundant …