Deer are typically thought of as timid forest creatures running from the sound of twigs snapping. But what happens when deer become the predators? In some areas of the world deer have become a nuisance destroying crops and killing people. In these areas the deer are often killed in order to protect the people. But what if there was another way?
In Japan a novel method of population control has been employed for the past few decades. Instead of killing the deer they are fed to the local population of crocodiles. While this may seem like a death sentence for the deer it is actually a more humane way of population control as it does not involve killing the animals.
The Japanese method of using crocodiles to eat deer was first employed in Okinawa in the 1970s. It was found to be an effective way of reducing the deer population without having to resort to hunting or culling. The program was so successful that it was eventually expanded to other areas of the country.
There are now several crocodile farms in Japan that are in the business of deer population control. The farms raise the crocodiles from babies until they are large enough to take down a deer. The deer are then brought to the farms and fed to the crocodiles.
This method of population control has been met with some criticism as it is seen as a form of animal cruelty. However it is important to remember that the deer would be killed anyway if they were not being fed to the crocodiles. At least this way they are being used to help control the population instead of being killed for no reason.
What do you think about this method of population control? Is it cruel or necessary? Let us know in the comments!
What are the main predators of deer?
Wolves mountain lions bobcats coyotes and bears are some of the main predators of deer.
How do deer defend themselves against predators?
By running away and using their antlers to defend themselves.
How fast can a deer run?
Between 30 and 40 miles per hour.
What is the life span of a deer?
Around 10 years in the wild and up to 20 years in captivity.
Where do deer live?
Deer live in forests grasslands and meadows all over the world.
How many deer species are there?
43 different species of deer have been found.
What do baby deer called?
Fawns.
How much does a deer weigh?
anywhere from 60 to 600 pounds.
What do deer eat?
Deer are herbivores and eat mostly plants including leaves twigs berries and nuts.
Do deer have good eyesight?
Yes deer have very good eyesight and can see in color.
Do deer have good hearing?
Yes deer have very good hearing and can hear frequencies higher than humans can.
What is the biggest threat to deer populations?
Habitat loss is the biggest threat to deer populations.
How many deer are killed each year by cars?
It is estimated that around 1.
5 million deer are killed each year by cars in the United States.
How many deer are killed each year for their meat?
It is estimated that around 5 million deer are killed each year for their meat in the United States.
What are some of the diseases that deer can carry?
Some of the diseases that deer can carry include Lyme disease tuberculosis and rabies.
