Snakes, Salamanders Thrive in Areas with Higher Deer Populations
Monday, October 20, 2008 - 16:21
in Biology & Nature
Reducing the number of deer in forests and parks may unexpectedly reduce the number of reptiles, amphibians and insects in that area, new research suggests. A recent study found that a greater diversity of snakes, salamanders, and invertebrates were found in areas with deer populations than were found in areas with no deer activity.