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Ask BDS – Watching Deer During the Rut

Autumn is rutting time for many deer species, and you may be considering going out to see the action for yourself. Before you do, though, take a moment to consider the safety of yourself and those around you.

Digital Deer Autumn 2023 – OUT NOW

Check out Digital Deer’s Autumn 2023 issue! It’s full of deer news, information, and articles to pique the curiosity of all deer lovers. We’ve got it all, from BDS Distribution Survey results to a deer management project in Scotland, plus Richard Almond’s story of a Scottish Venator. Don’t miss out on Digital Deer Autumn 2023

Dr Andrew Huberman promotes eating wild venison

Renowned neuroscientist Dr Andrew Huberman, and creator of top 10 global podcast, The Huberman Lab, promotes the benefits of eating wild venison, stating “I particularly like ground venison…”

Response To Scottish Deer Management Changes

This week the Scottish Parliament voted on Government proposals to abolish the season for male deer in Scotland. Despite having been rejected by the Rural Affairs and Islands Committee, the Parliament voted to accept the Government proposal. This means that from 21st October 2023 there will be no close season for male deer of any species in Scotland.

Updated Captive Deer Survey Now Available

The updated BDS captive deer survey is now available to the public. This spreadsheet lists results for locations that offer public access including name, address, species present and website, sorted by town/county.

Are Deer the Villains When Tackling Climate Change?

If you read some of the recent press and media articles about deer, you will probably spot a reoccurring theme that paints deer in the UK as a huge barrier to efforts to combat climate change. Readers are regularly exposed to emotive statements about explosive deer population numbers, backed up by sweeping statements that all too often implicate deer as the villains.
Is this fair or even true?

Where To Watch Out For Deer When Driving This Autumn

Autumn brings a spike in deer vehicle collisions across the UK. Learning where to you need to watch our for deer on the roads in your area can help reduce your risk of a collision.

The British Deer Society Deer Survey 2023

the BDS is delighted to be able to announce that updated deer distribution maps are now available. Drawing on both historic and new records they were produced for the 2023 revised edition of the Society’s Field Guide to British Deer and offer an updated picture of deer presence across the UK.

Ask BDS – What Can I Do About Deer Near Busy Roads

The British Deer Society often receive enquiries from concerned people who have busy roads and deer populations close to their homes and wonder if there is anything that they can do to help reduce the chances of a deer/vehicle collision.

How Drones Are Helping To Improve Our Knowledge And Management Of Deer

Drones are changing the way we are able to count and survey deer. In this article you can learn how drones are helping us improve our knowledge and management of deer across the UK.