The right track

Scotland is home to around a million wild deer, double those recorded in 1990. Balancing their health, numbers and habitats is increasingly important in maintaining a biodiverse environment. To this end, a pioneering new study will follow the movement and behaviour of red deer across the Highlands. They’ll be tracked through the use of GPS satellite collars on 22 stags, from Glen Affric to the west coast, while six calves have had ear tags fitted. Better informed and more sustainable deer manage...