Alberta town residents warned of aggressive deer
Posted October 27, 2020 12:05 pm.
Last Updated October 27, 2020 12:10 pm.
OKOTOKS (660 NEWS) – Bear alerts are common in Alberta, cougar advisories less so, but what about a deer warning?
The Town of Okotoks is telling locals to be on the watch for an aggressive deer spotted in the town’s north east.
Pls be aware that an aggressive deer has been reported in the Crystal Shores area. Signs are posted; pls use caution or avoid this area. If you encounter an aggressive deer, call Report-A-Poacher:1-800-642-3800. This line is monitored 24/7. Thank you for your attention. pic.twitter.com/s6go2nrK8Q
— Town of Okotoks (@townofokotoks) October 27, 2020
Signs have been posted warning of the danger, and anyone who encounters the deer can call the provincial Report-a-Poacher line.
Deer are now entering rutting season – when bucks fight for territory.
On Monday, police in Victoria posted a video on Twitter of two bucks locked together, their horns entangled by a clump of stray fishing net and some driftwood.
Oh deer! Patrol officers teamed up w @_BCCOS to rescue 2 bucks entangled in a fishing net & large piece of driftwood in Fairfield Sunday. #yyj | https://t.co/4WTvvv5aPw pic.twitter.com/J6Y9sNz4Zo
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) October 26, 2020
The deer were eventually freed. Police in this case also issued a reminder to locals, asking people to stay back when it comes to wildlife.
Both bucks were successfully sedated, cut free & released well outside urban areas. Gentle reminder : during the rescue some families got a bit too close. It’s important to give wild animals & officers room to work safely. #yyj pic.twitter.com/uGqxTGGZ6E
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) October 26, 2020
