Key Deer: A New Survival Strategy
In Key Deer: A New Survival Strategy, this smaller subspecies of white-tailed deer survived the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma by moving in closer to human habitats. But will this help or hurt the deer in the long run? This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
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Q: What were some of the effects of Hurricane Irma on the wildlife in the Florida Keys?
A: Mangrove trees were stripped bare and the fresh water became contaminated.
Q: In what ways have closer interactions with humans helped the Key deer?
A: The deer find shelter in human-made buildings and structures. They also have easy access to fresh water left out by humans.
Q: In what ways have closer interactions with humans hurt the Key deer?
A: The deer get used to approaching human homes for food and water, and that means they are near roadways. Car collisions are a major threat for the deer.
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