There are three races of Black-tailed Deer in British Columbia. Depending on condition, bucks may weigh from 80 to 180 kilograms. It, too, is a small race. The deer found on some small islands may be very small. Mating occurs mostly in mid-November, and one to three spotted fawns are born in May or June.
Mortality can be high with winter food shortages, and predation by cougars.
On southern Vancouver Island, with low predation and mild winters, Black-tailed Deer are very common. They are quite tolerant of humans, and can be serious garden pests. Highway collisions occur regularly, and can be a real danger. All Rights Reserved.