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Are there deer in Australia?

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There are deer in Australia but they are not native. They have only been introduced since European settlement began.

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Does Australia have deers?
yes but none native
When did deer come to Australia?
The first species of deer to be introduced into Australia was the chital (Indian spotted deer). It came to Australia in the early 1800s, brought by Dr. John Harris, surgeon to the New South Wales...
Why did deer come to Australia?
There are none
Are deer native to Australia?
No. Deer are not native to Australia. They were introduced by early European settlers for the purpose of game hunting, and to provide meat.
How many miles is it from Red Deer to Australia?
8,371 miles (13,471.78 kilometres)