Study Suggests Red Deer Become More Introverted With Age

Researchers say this new study can help us better understand why older animals become less social than younger ones.

By Erin Berge
Jul 21, 2022 8:30 PMJul 21, 2022 8:31 PM
A pair of red deer on the Isle of Rum, Scotland
(Credit: Greg Albery)

Newsletter

Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news
 

Scotland’s largest deer species, the red deer, usually live in open-hill habitats year-round in groups of up to 40 individuals, according to the Mammal Society. Females specifically live separately from males and tend to monopolize the grass-rich habitats.

0 free articles left
Want More? Get unlimited access for as low as $1.99/month

Already a subscriber?

Register or Log In

0 free articlesSubscribe
Discover Magazine Logo
Want more?

Keep reading for as low as $1.99!

Subscribe

Already a subscriber?

Register or Log In

Stay Curious

Sign up for our weekly newsletter and unlock one more article for free.

 

View our Privacy Policy


Want more?
Keep reading for as low as $1.99!


Log In or Register

Already a subscriber?
Find my Subscription

More From Discover
Recommendations From Our Store
Shop Now
Stay Curious
Join
Our List

Sign up for our weekly science updates.

 
Subscribe
To The Magazine

Save up to 40% off the cover price when you subscribe to Discover magazine.

Copyright © 2024 Kalmbach Media Co.