Fallow deer are very small deer and were first introduced to New Zealand about the turn of the century, mostly from Europe.
The stags' antlers drop off every year around October / November and a new pair grow again within 3 months. While the antlers are cylindrical at the base, the top is palmated (flattened)
In December fawns are born after a gestation period of around 7 months.
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