Impala ramps fighting

Deer fighting, often referred to as "rutting," is a behavior observed primarily during the mating season, typically in the fall for most deer species. Male deer, known as bucks, engage in physical confrontations to establish dominance and compete for access to females. These fights involve locking antlers and pushing against each other in a display of strength and aggression. The sound of clashing antlers echoes through the forests as the bucks push and shove, trying to assert their dominance. These battles can be intense, sometimes resulting in injuries or even death, but they serve a crucial role in determining breeding rights and maintaining population dynamics within deer herds. Through these dramatic displays, the strongest and most dominant bucks emerge victorious, earning the right to mate with receptive does and perpetuate their genetic lineage.