Question 1: Which characteristic is NOT typical of a European fallow deer?
- Spotted coat
- Striped fur
- Flat antlers
Answer: Striped fur
Fact: A European fallow deer usually has a spotted coat and flat (palmate) antlers, which are its key features. However, it does not have striped fur. So, the characteristic that is NOT typical of a fallow deer is striped fur.
Question 2: What primarily composes the diet of the European fallow deer?
- Grasses and leaves
- Fish and insects
- Nuts and seeds
Answer: Grasses and leaves
Fact: The European fallow deer mainly eat grasses and leaves. They are herbivores, so their diet is made up of plants rather than meat. Depending on the season, they may also eat herbs, fruits, and young shoots. Fish and insects are not part of their diet.
Question 3: What is a significant behavioural trait of fallow deer during the rutting season?
- Building nests
- Antler clashing
- Hibernating
Answer: Antler clashing
Fact: A significant behavioural trait of fallow deer during the rutting season is antler clashing. The males (bucks) fight by locking antlers to show strength and dominance. These fights help decide which male will control a group of females for mating. It is a key part of their breeding behaviour, not building nests or hibernating.
These questions are from the Bing Homepage Quiz that appeared in India on August 24, 2025.