The Sika was introduced from Japan nearly two centuries ago to deer parks but escapees have established wild populations.

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The Sika was introduced from Japan nearly two centuries ago to deer parks but escapees have established wild populations. They are smaller and stockier than Red Deer

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Size: 6200px × 4069px
Location: Studley Royal Deer Park, Ripon, N Yorkshire
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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