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A Herbivore Turns to a New Diet
Why does it look like this deer is on the hunt? These animals have had centuries of being prey, so this is quite a surprise. In fact, deer are specialized herbivorous, preferring mostly plants with high protein content. However, this sighting shows it chasing what appears to be a ferret, indicating a possible change in diet.
But did you know that deer eat meat sometimes? According to biologists cited in a USGS article, deer and elk have been observed consuming nestling birds and eggs. While this behavior is not widespread, it is not uncommon either. Some experts believe that deer may resort to meat-eating when their calcium levels are low.
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