Tehran – The yellow deer in Persia was born in Kalf National Park, Kzestan Province. This was the first yellow deer born in the current year of Iran, which began on March 20th.
In addition to breeding species in captive protected areas, the Ministry of the Environment (DOE) aims to promote natural reproduction in its natural habitat, Isna reports.
The forests around the Kirkha and Dez rivers are the main habitat of Persian yellow deer. Fortunately, the number of deer has increased from five in 2019 to 15 in 2024. This demonstrates the success of DOE policies and effective management of the region.
Almost half a century ago, the yellow deer species was thought to have been extinct worldwide. However, about 50 years ago, four yellow deer were observed in the forests of Dez and Kalkha. They were released in various parts of Iran for better reproduction.
Creating a safe and comfortable breeding environment is a key factor in increasing the population of central deer.
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, yellow deer in Iran is classified as an endangered species.
Endangered species
There are many threats to endangered wildlife species, including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish and birds.
Habitat destruction, fragmentation and correction caused by human-driven activities such as industrial and housing development, logging, crop agriculture, livestock grazing, mines, roads, dam buildings, and pesticide use are threatened at an astonishing rate and at extreme cost to the population of at-risk wildlife.
Currently, around 128 species of animals and vertebrates in the country are at risk of extinction, some of which are not in good condition and amphibians are the most vulnerable. Persian zebras, Asian cheetahs, black bears and Persian yellow deer are at risk of extinction.
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