Deer and roe deer damage

Roe deer are also found in agricultural land because this wild animal is a gourmet and selects the most nutritious parts of the vegetation. Its behaviour differs depending on the rutting or hunting season. Firstly, there is rubbing: during the rut, the roe deer rubs its antlers and jugal glands on trunks, stems or bushes. Secondly, barking: with its 32 teeth, the roe deer barks young trees to remove its velvet or to reduce its nervous tension. Traffic and hunting also cause stress in the animal, which leads to rubbing and barking to mark its territory. Finally, browsing, the most common act, means the removal and consumption of young shoots. On the other hand, roe deer find certain species more appetizing than others. Therefore, it pulls up attractive plants within its reach and some shrubs are completely browsed. The wildlife feeds and shelters in the forest, which is normal. In order to satisfy their needs for food and reproduction, game causes very annoying economic and ecological damage, which leads to an imbalance. The regulation by hunters is not sufficient, so the result is overpopulation. Grazing involves the consumption of seeds, buds, woody plants and leaves. Deer can tear up seedlings and cut seedlings. The bark is often removed and the stem relatively bare. Deer are attracted to trees with thin bark, which are easier to eat. Unfortunately, these young shrubs are often attacked and eventually die. Many trades are affected by this problem, namely the timber industry, farmers and especially foresters.