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Two female deer throwdown in a backyard as the they appear to be protecting their young
Fox News • • world
Key Points:
- Female deer, or does, can engage in physical fights, especially when protecting their young, as observed in a backyard in September.
- An amateur photographer captured a viral video showing two does on their hind legs using their front hooves to spar, resembling boxing moves rather than the antler clashes typical of bucks.
- The confrontation lasted several exchanges before one doe retreated, with fawns watching the fight, highlighting the protective and competitive behavior of female deer.
- The video, taken through a mesh window screen, gained attention for showcasing a rare and intense moment of wildlife behavior in a residential setting.
