Yes, the pronounced larynx is characteristic.

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Typically mid-April to mid-May.

Light brown with white spots, chocolate, white, and occasional black.

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Originally introduced from Europe.

The best time to hunt fallow deer in New Zealand is typically from mid-April to mid-May.

Yes. Fallow deer meat is widely considered some of the best-tasting and most tender venison available, often earning the title of the "King of Venison".

The premier destination for fallow deer hunting in New Zealand is the Central Otago and Lake Wānaka / Hāwea Basin. This region supports high-density wild fallow herds framed by iconic high-country tussock and native bush. Venator offers guided hunts across exclusive private land in this territory, specialising in red stag and trophy fallow  buck stalks during the mid-April to May rut.