The Rut.

The fallow deer rut is a fascinating natural spectacle that occurs during the autumn months. Male fallow deer, known as bucks, engage in competitive displays to establish dominance and gain access to mating opportunities. This behavior involves vocalizations, such as deep bellows, and physical displays like parallel walking and antler clashing. The bucks also mark their territory with scent glands, creating a distinct musky odor. This intense period of mating competition can be observed in forests and grasslands, making it a captivating event for wildlife enthusiasts and researchers alike. Below is a urine filled musky scrape / wallow.