Fallow Deer and Mouflon
About shooting fallow deer and mouflon
Fallow deer and mouflon are non-native species in Norway with very limited populations. Hunting takes place in a few municipalities in southern Norway and is limited in scope.
The fallow deer is somewhat smaller than the red deer and has characteristic palmate antlers. It tends to live in herds and can be observed on open meadows at dusk.
Hunting is done as stand hunting or stalking and requires the same skills as other deer hunting. Check local regulations, as there may be special rules for these species.
Open Season
25 Sep – 23 Dec
Weight
Live weight: approx. 40–100 kg (bucks heaviest). Carcass weight approx. 55%.
Distribution
Fallow deer occur in small, scattered populations in Southern Norway, mainly in Østfold, Vestfold and around the Oslofjord. The mouflon has a very limited distribution.
Terrain
Cultivated landscape and lowland deciduous woodland. Fallow deer prefer parkland and forest edges near farmland. They are more tied to open landscapes than red deer.
Identification
Fallow deer have a light brown coat with white spots in summer. The buck has characteristic palmate antlers.
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