| Javan Rusa are the largest of the two Rusa
Deer in the South Pacific. During the rut, battles between roaring stags can
be viscious, with serious wounds inflicted. History Originating from Indonesia, the first Javan Rusa were introduced to Australia, New Caledonia and New Zealand in the late 18th Century. Antlers have been recorded as long as 39 inches in length, though a mature male will average 33-35 inches. Weight>250-300 pounds (113-136 kgs). |
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| Moluccan Rusa. Similar to Javan Rusa in overall appearance the Moluccan Rusa is smaller in body and antler size. Heavy pearling of the antlers is a common characteristic. History In 1912, Rusa Deer from the Moluccan Islands were released on the islands off the northern tip of Australia. Antlers Specimens as long as 30 inches have been recorded, with mature males averaging 20-22 inches. Weight 140-200 pounds (63-93 kgs). |  |
| Sambar are large and extremely wary deer, and are considered one of the South Pacifi c’s most prestigious trophy animals. Their colour is from greyish-brown to almost black, and they have large, rounded ears, white at the tips. Males have a small neck mane. History Introduced to Australia and New Zealand in the 1860’s from Sri Lanka and India. Antlers Representative trophies range from 24-30 inches in length. Weight can range from 400-600 pounds (180-270 kg). |  |
| Hog Deer are the smallest deer in Australia. Their common name derives from their low, heavy build and their pig-like running style. They are an excellent game animal and a small and diffi cult target. Alert and wary, they can quickly disappear into thick cover. History Hog deer from India were introduced to Australia in 1858. Antlers Typically three points a side. Representative trophies range from 12 to 15 inches in length. Weight 80 to 100 pounds (36-45 kgs). |  |
| Axis are known as ‘Chital’ in India. Regarded as the most beautiful deer in Australia, their reddish fawn coat is covered in permanent white spots. As is usual of tropical deer, breeding is year round. History Introduced from Sri Lanka in the mid 1800’s, they have thrived in the tropical parts of Australia and are often found in large herds. Antlers are a beautiful lyre-shape, and are typically six points. Mature males range from 25-30 inches in antler length. Weight (male)150-200 pounds (68-91 kgs). |  |
| Fallow Buck are a medium-sized deer with more colourations than any other deer. The three main colours in Australia are black, white and reddish-brown with white spots. During the March-April rut they roar and grunt, and fi ght aggressively. History There have been many liberations throughout Australia and New Zealand, with stock originating from England, Denmark, Sweden and Greece. Antlers They have brow and trez (third) tines, and are usually well palmated. Weight (male)150-200 pounds (68-91 kgs). |  |
| Red Stag are a majestic deer with large, impressive antlers. Stags develop a neck mane during the April Rut. At this time they will ‘roar’ like a cow, wallow and fight aggressively to attract a harem of females. History Animals originating from England and Scotland were released throughout Australia during the 18th Century. Antlers A good set of Antlers will have six points or more on either side. Weight (male) 300-350 pounds (136-159 kgs). |  |
| Blackbuck Antelope are a graceful and handsome antelope with contrasting dark-and-white colouration. Although the females and young are a fawn and white colour, males turn black and white at maturity. History Native to the plains of India and Pakistan they were introduced to several locations in Australia during the early 1900’s. Horns are long, closely ringed and cork-screw shaped, with 3-4 tight twists. Weight (male) 75-110 pounds (34-50 kgs). |  |
