Muntjac deer standing in forest clearing.

Muntjac

Muntjac are fascinating creatures and difficult to stalk making the challenge worthwhile. In the early morning and at dusk, to me, they resemble wild boar. I don’t think I am the only one; I call them ghost pigs.

Chinese water deer standing in grassy field

Chinese water deer

Chinese water deer are very special. Why? Because a bit like the Muntjac, they are so different from other species of deer that we encounter routinely in the rest of Europe. They really do have this teddy bear appearance and their fur is thick and fluffy. They also have tusks like a wild boar. Although a bit more delicate.

Majestic stag in golden autumn landscape.

Red Deer

The ultimate British stalking challenge in my opinion. Why? Because it’s literally uphill from the start. Alongside the physical challenge, which should not be underestimated, this experience pushes the sportsman to the limit, challenging our entire range of hunting skills that we have inherited and learnt through two million years of evolution.