THE ROE DEER: CONSERVATION OF A NATIVE SPECIES. By Richard Prior.

# 1995 1st edition. 4to (196 x 266mm). Pp230. Colour and b/w photographs, illustrations, extensive bibliography. Dark green faux leather boards, spine titled in gilt.

# The most comprehensive work thus far on the ecology, management and conservation of roe deer. It includes extensive sections on roe in Russia and roe in modern Britain. Chapters include: Part One, Roe and Their Environment; - British roe; Appearance and senses; The significance of territory; Social relations; Feeding and movement; Habitat and density - forest and field roe; Breeding and survival; The influence of predators; Antlers good and bad. Part Two, Travels in Russia; - Roe in Russia; Far Eastern roe; Part Three, Roe in Modern Britain; - Impact - man on deer; Impact - deer on man; Urban and suburban roe; Roe gardening; Roe in captivity; Control or conservation? - management strategies; Exploitation and regulation; Books about roe; Appendix of Latin names. An informative and enjoyable read.