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The Fallow Deer.

Fallow (Dama Dama) is the second largest species of deer within our islands. Geological evidence shows that this species was unable to withstand the climatic change, during the lower interglacial period, and died out within that period. It is believed but not proven, that the present day fallow are derived from stock that was probably reintroduced by the Normans or Romans.

With the exception of reindeer (Rangifer Tarandus), the fallow exhibits the greatest variation in coat (pelage) colouring, ranging from creamy white to almost black. The fallow or "Fealou" is an old English word meaning dark brown or reddish yellow, of which menil is a perfect example. Fallow, like the red deer, are predominantly forest dwellers, preferring mixed broad-leaf woodland with a preference for small woods and copses interspersed with open farmland. In quiet locations they will often lay out in the open.

A difficult and truly challenging quarry to stalk on open ground, it requires a high degree of field craft and a fine appreciation of the ground to achieve success. Whether in woodland or open ground stalking, this species is both demanding and exciting - their hearing and scenting capability is outstanding.