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The Javan Rusa was introduced to New Zealand in 1907 from Indonesia. The rusa is similar in size to the red deer; with a typical mature stag weighing up to 440lbs. Rusa can be hunted on the North Island of New Zealand. Although the Rusa have only 6 points, the antler are very dense and heavily pearled. Rusa rut around July and August each year, during this time they are very vocal and aggressive. Males will fight to death if it means keeping other stag away from their hinds. This is the best time to hunt them but they can be hunted June through August Rusa prefer to inhabit steep country, dense bush and scrub. In winter, Rusa can sometimes be seen sunbathing particularly after a cold frost as this species does not appreciate the cooler temperatures. A good time to successfully hunt Rusa is often through the heat of the day when the other deer species are bedded down. If heavy hunting pressure occurs this species is likely to go nocturnal. A limited number of these are taken each year. |
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