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ニホンジカSika deer

The sika deer (Cervus nippon), also known as the northern spotted deer or the Japanese deer, is a species of deer native to much of East Asia and introduced to other parts of the world. Previously found from northern Vietnam in the south to the Russian Far East in the north, it was overhunted to the brink of extinction in the 19th century. Protection laws were enacted in the mid-20th century, leading to a rapid recovery of their population from the 1950s to the 1980s.
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見Where to see it
春日Must-see世界遺産Kasuga TaishaShrine · Nara · 4 hidden details
寺Must-see世界遺産Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)Temple · Kyoto
跡Nara ParkHistoric site · NaraJapan Tourism Agency explanations
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問Questions visitors ask
What is Sika deer?
The sika deer (Cervus nippon), also known as the northern spotted deer or the Japanese deer, is a species of deer native to much of East Asia and introduced to other parts of the world.
Where can I see Sika deer?
Places on Torii Guide where it is mentioned include: Kasuga Taisha, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Nara Park.
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