Recent publications and unpublished government and agency reports are also consulted. Based on this information, a set of recommendations is developed for each species under threat with recommended remedies for protection, research, and management. Though the DSG sent questionnaires all over the world, we were daunted by ominous geographic gaps in the status of many species and populations. The often paltry responses told us many wildlife departments lack information. A large question mark for example can be placed over all of northern South America.
Deer are a unique group of mammals recognized for their grace and beauty.
As symbols of nature they play a vital ecological role in many ecosystems, and their economic importance in rural communities is significant. The development of practically every human frontier has relied upon large ungulates as a natural resource, and deer have figured prominently among those species. A number of deer are also prime examples of flagship species, whose continued survival envelops the complex interplay of flora and fauna. However, many species of deer are now under grave threat of extinction, and the situation will not change for the better without a concerted effort. This Action Plan is such an effort, and it has several important objectives.