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Ask BDS – Fencing and Muntjac

The British Deer Society receives regular queries from gardeners who are anxious to exclude deer, and particularly muntjac, from their vegetable patches and other places containing delicate or valuable plants.

Muntjac – Invasive Alien Species Order

Muntjac – Invasive Alien SpeciesThe Reeves’ muntjac is one of

Muntjac Managing an Alien Species

by Charles Smith-Jones

Muntjac deer have only recently started to make their presence felt in Britain, despite their introduction from Asia over a century ago. This is the first book to be devoted entirely to their proper management in this country. It explores their origins and natural history and provides a practical approach towards lessening the impact of this secretive and truly fascinating little deer.

Book cover: Hard cover

Pages: 216

Dimensions: 16 x 24 cm

Stalking Muntjac A Complete Guide by Graham Downing

Introduced to Britain from its native China in the nineteenth century, Reeves’ muntjac has spent the past hundred years colonising southern and eastern England. Its phenomenal success has sometimes brought it into sharp conflict with those who make their living in the countryside, with conservationists and road users alike. As a result and with no natural predators to control their numbers, muntjac must be managed.

Book cover: Hard cover

Pages: 192

Dimensions: 18.9 x 24.6 cm

Muntjac and Water Deer by Arnold Cooke

Muntjac and Water Deer: Natural History, Environmental Impact and Management by Arnold Cooke is the perfect book for those interested in learning about these unique creatures. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the natural history and the management of Muntjac and Water Deer and their environmental impacts. This book is essential reading for anyone looking to understand more about these fascinating animals.

Book cover: Paperback

Pages: 374

Dimensions: 15.7 x 23.57 cm

Muntjac Deer

Muntjac deerMuntjac are a small but stocky species of deer

Muntjac Symposium – Initiating Collaborative Working

The one-day muntjac symposium organised by the British Deer Society working in partnership with The Woodland Trust and sponsored by Galbraith was a resounding success.

Raising Spring Awareness of Deer Welfare Issues

This blog post sheds light on critical deer welfare issues as spring unfolds across the UK countryside and emphasises the need for public awareness and responsible action towards deer welfare. We all need to take collective efforts to protect and preserve wildlife during this vibrant season.

Together for Deer – New BDS Strategy Launched

We unveiled our new strategy, “Together for Deer,”. The strategy emphasises evidence-based approaches and collaboration among stakeholders. It focuses on Ethics & Welfare, Education & Training, and Science & Research, aiming to establish BDS as a leading authority in deer welfare and management by 2030. “Together for Deer” aims to unite efforts in safeguarding deer welfare amid complex challenges.

Are Deer Birthing Seasons Changing In The UK?

In this special guest article, Dr. Jochen Langbein provides some interesting insights on how deer breeding seasons appear to have changed over recent decades, discusses how these changes may be related to climate change, and highlights the need for further research and data to be gathered.