Sika deer: an elven adventure in the mountains and forests
The sika deer, also affectionately known as the flower deer, is a unique sight in nature. These graceful creatures belong to the Artiodactylidae family, with well-proportioned bodies, striking with the vigorous horns of males and graceful females.
They often choose to inhabit mountain woodlands, meadows and streams at altitudes of 800 to 1,500 meters. In the summer, you can find them in the shade to escape the heat, while in the spring they have a wider range of activities. Sika deer is a "foodie" and loves to taste leaves, new branches, shoots, bark and grass.
In captivity, sika deer need to have enough space and a suitable environment. The enclosure should be spacious, and the natural ecological environment should be decent. To keep them healthy, we need to provide a variety of foods such as holly leaves, aspen leaves, chestnut leaves, alfalfa grass, etc.
In terms of breeding management, we need to pay attention to the estrus season and the timing of mating. Female sika deer come into heat in autumn and winter, while males are energetic and aggressive. In order to maintain good genes, we can use male and female cohabitation and select healthy males at the time of mating.
During pregnancy, female sika deer need special care, and a sensible diet and avoiding disturbances are key. After birth, the young deer quickly stand up and start feeding, and the lactation period is about 3 months.