Yosemite National Park is almost in the height of the holiday season, and officials are advising readers to be wary of “one of the most dangerous creatures” there. Turns out, it doesn’t have claws.
Mule deer in the park, in the opinion of a National Park Service Instagram post, more than any other animal, cause injuries to area visitors.
These creatures may appear harmless to humans, but the article claims that they are still wild and skittish. A deer may lash out and support itself if startled, armed with strong hoof and horns. Guests try to approach or pull them, which is most frequently the case.
According to , the garden service, bucks are prone to violent behavior, especially during the late fall mating period. Females typically give beginning to one to two lambs in the early summer and nurse them for about two weeks. The lambs have been known to cover in trees during that period when the family is not feeding, according to the Park Service.
In Yosemite, officials warned that feeding and approaching animals was against the law in order to protect biodiversity and guarantee human health. When they see these creatures from a distance, they advised people to keep a safe range.
Mule deer also tend to collect near foliage near roads, specially at dawn and dusk, but officials advised caution when visiting the area.
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