The fallow deer is a non-native game species in Hungary. It was likely introduced into game parks as early as the reign of King Matthias I or during the era of the Anjou kings. There are no records of free-ranging fallow deer populations in Hungary prior to the 18th century.
As part of the fallow deer introduction program, the species was successfully established at 81 locations across the country between 1970 and 1987. As a result, today the fallow deer is absent only from the continuous forested mountain regions of Hungary.
Fallow deer have adapted exceptionally well to Hungary’s climate and landscapes, and have long regarded this land as their home. Both hunters and nature enthusiasts value the opportunity to hunt this magnificent species and to observe it more closely in its natural habitat.
According to official estimates, approximately 25,000 fallow deer live in Hungary. The annual harvest reaches around 8,000 individuals, of which nearly 1,800 are stags.
In fallow buck hunting, the most important methods are stalking, carriage-driven hunts, and stand hunting during the rut. These methods can also be used in winter, complemented by sleigh-driven hunts.
For hunting does and calves, all of these techniques are likewise applicable, but driven hunts in the form of organized group hunts are also a popular and effective method.
Fallow Deer Hunting Seasons:
- Mature fallow buck (trophy buck): 1st of October – 31st of December
- Buck with defective antlers: 1st of October – 31st of January
- Doe, yearling doe, and fawn: 1st of October – 28th of February
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