The Roar – Red Stag

The majestic red deer establishing his position in the herd. Red deer were introduced to New Zealand in 1851 by acclimatization societies along with other deer and game species. The first red deer to reach New Zealand were a pair sent from a herd from Essex in England. Considered by authorities as invasive introduced pests, yet prized by hunters for trophies and meat, red deer are the most commonly found species of large game animal in New Zealand.

Commissions welcome – commissioned artworks in your chosen size and medium from description, imagination or photographs of your tramping days or hunting ground and quarry, these make especially meaningful gifts.