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fallow deer

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A European species of deer (Cervus dama), much smaller than the red deer. In summer both sexes are spotted with white. It is common in England, where it is often domesticated in the parks.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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fallow-deer

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However, fallow deer have been introduced to South Africa. Source: Internet

The dog, sheep, goats and possibly cattle and pigs were introduced, as well as numerous wild animals such as foxes (Vulpes vulpes) and Persian fallow deer (Dama mesopotamica) that were previously unknown on the island. Source: Internet

Occurrence and function Male fallow deer fighting Antlers are unique to cervids and found mostly on males: only reindeer (known as Caribou in North America) have antlers on the females, and these are normally smaller than those of the males. Source: Internet

The tribe Muntiacini made its appearance as † Muntiacus leilaoensis around 7–8 Mya; citation The early muntjacs varied in size–as small as hares or as large as fallow deer. Source: Internet

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