Fallow Deer stag in the Phoenix Park, Dublin

Fallow Deer (Dama dama) stag running across the "15 acres" in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. There's been a herd here since the 17th century. They live completely wild elsewhere in Ireland, and were introduced by the Normans in the 12th century.

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Copyright: 2009 Dave Walsh.
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Fallow Deer (Dama dama) stag running across the "15 acres" in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. There's been a herd here since the 17th century. They live completely wild elsewhere in Ireland, and were introduced by the Normans in the 12th century.