THE RSPCA has issued some advice after residents were surprised to spot two deer walking along a residential area this week.
Two deer were seen wandering around the Broadway estate on Monday morning (May 27).
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One resident captured the animals walking along the street.
Pic: Rachael Eccleston
Following the sighting, the RSPCA has issued advice to residents who spot deer in urban areas.
An RSPCA spokesperson said: “Although deer traditionally live in forests, moors and parkland, they are becoming more common in urban environments across the UK, for example they have been seen in gardens, golf courses, roads and railway lines.
“Earlier this month, for instance, a deer was spotted by shoppers in Manchester city centre and also swimming in a nearby canal because they live in nearby parkland.”
More information about deer is available at
rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/wildlife/inthewild/deer
Anyone who spots a deer in distress is urged to to contact the RSPCA on 0300 123 4999.
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