What conditions are required for raising Sika deer
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Sika deer have strong adaptability and are widely bred in both southern and northern regions. They have high economic value and are considered a treasure trove of resources. Almost everything on a Sika deer has high medicinal value, so the breeding prospects and economic benefits of Sika deer are very promising. So how do you raise Sika deer? How much do you know about the breeding techniques of Sika deer?
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I. Living Environment
Sika deer are heat-sensitive but cold-resistant, with a suitable temperature range of 8°C to 25°C. When the temperature rises, they hide in deer houses or under the shade of trees. Even when the temperature drops to -5°C to -10°C, they can still move freely without affecting their feeding. They enjoy rainy and snowy weather and like cleanliness. They are shy and easily startled, preferring a group lifestyle. Fawns have a high survival rate and grow rapidly. After one year, male deer can reach over 50 kilograms. They mature early, with males and females able to breed at 1.5 years old, and their reproductive ability is strongest at 3 to 4 years old. They are aggressive and active with keen senses. During the breeding season, males and females often fight each other, showing their desire to win. If not separated in time, this can lead to death. Male deer become docile and careful in their actions from February to July every year when they are growing antlers. Deer have developed senses of smell, hearing, and sight, and are sensitive to sudden sounds and unexpected situations, often causing a "panic" among the group.
II. Feeding Management
Sika deer are ruminant herbivores and can be fed with various succulent feeds, supplemented with grains, legumes, and mineral feeds. They prefer to eat oak leaves, sweet potato vines, followed by corn stalks, straw, and wheat straw.
1. Feed preparation. Chop and grind the coarse feed into grass powder. To improve feed quality and digestibility, ammoniation treatment is performed on corn stalks, straw, and wheat straw. Method: Spray a 3% to 5% urea solution evenly on the straw and pile it on a concrete floor or solid ground, then cover it tightly with polyethylene plastic film, pressing the edges with loess. At a temperature of 20°C, the straw pile can reach an internal temperature of 40°C to 60°C within 3 weeks. Then, uncover the film to allow the ammonia gas to dissipate thoroughly before use. Feeding deer with ammoniated straw can increase digestibility by over 10%. Roughage, including ammoniated feed, can account for more than half of the mixture to prevent selective eating. The concentrate feed consists of corn 60%, bran 20%, and cakes 20%, with an appropriate amount of flour and salt added.
2. Feeding management (1) Male deer from January to late March are in the early stage of antler growth, April to August is the antler growth period, late August to mid-November is the breeding season, and late November to mid-January is the recovery period. During the antler growth, recovery, and breeding periods, the daily feed intake is controlled at 3 to 4 kilograms, with 1 to 1.5 kilograms of concentrate feed, 1 to 1.5 kilograms of succulent feed, and 2 to 3 kilograms of roughage, fed twice daily. During the breeding season, more succulent green feed is provided. During the antler growth period, the daily feed intake is 7 to 8 kilograms, with 2 to 3 kilograms of concentrate feed, 2 to 3 kilograms of succulent feed, and 3 to 4 kilograms of roughage, fed 2 to 3 times daily. (2) During the pregnancy period, female deer should be provided with nutritious feed, with more high-quality, small-volume, and palatable feed in the later stages, with a daily intake of 3.2 to 4.5 kilograms, including 1 to 1.5 kilograms of concentrate feed, 1 kilogram of succulent feed, and 1 to 1.2 kilograms of roughage. After giving birth, the feed during the lactation period should contain abundant protein, vitamins, and minerals. The daily feed intake is 5.7 to 7.5 kilograms, including 1.2 to 1.5 kilograms of concentrate feed, 1.2 to 2 kilograms of succulent feed, and 3 to 4 kilograms of roughage, with adequate stone powder and salt. Concentrate feed is fed 2 to 3 times daily, while roughage can be freely grazed. The deer pen should be clean and quiet, with pregnant female deer not startled or roughly driven to prevent illness and abortion. After the fawn is born, its body fluids should be dried quickly to allow it to feed on colostrum as soon as possible, then ear tags should be attached. Fawns can be naturally or artificially breastfed. Artificial breastfeeding must ensure the fawn receives colostrum. The daily feed intake is 2.5 to 4 kilograms, including 1 to 1.5 kilograms of concentrate feed, 0.5 kilograms of succulent feed, and 1 to 2 kilograms of roughage, with an appropriate amount of stone powder and salt. If conditions permit, they can be organized for grazing, with male and female deer managed in separate groups to prevent early breeding.
III. Timely Breeding to Improve Viability
Select Sika deer with large antlers, fast growth, and good quality as breeding deer. Sika deer start to mature sexually at 1.5 years old and are best bred at 2.5 to 3 years old. Female deer come into heat in September to October, showing signs of excitement, uneasiness, sticky discharge from the eyes, abnormal odors, increased vaginal discharge, and a tendency to approach males. During the heat and breeding period, prevent males from fighting by using a small group breeding method, with 4 to 5 female deer and 1 male deer per group. Change the male deer in the group at a certain time to make it easier to get pregnant.
IV. Scientific Antler Harvesting
Antlers can be harvested in the third year and the yield increases annually. Harvesting antlers must be done scientifically and with skilled technique. When harvesting, be careful to protect the antlers from damage to maintain their quality. When harvesting, first anesthetize the deer with anesthetic枪, secure them, and then cut the antlers quickly, applying hemostatic powder after cutting. The second batch of antlers can be harvested after half a month, but should be completed before mid-August to allow for the wounds to heal early. During the antler cutting season, there is often a lot of rainy weather, so the antlers can be dried to prevent spoilage.
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