deer

[mtw314]

if a deer gives birth to twin fawns and leaves one behind will she come back for it and will it be ok or should we intervene?

[Kleiber]

Whatever you do, don't intervene! By all means, keep an eye on it and make sure it's OK, but Mum will come back to feed it and to make sure it's safe. If you intervene, she will probably abandon it and it will die.

[mtw314]

ok thank you, havent seen the deer back yet and there is an abundance of coyote in this area... hope nature does what it does best and all turns out well.
thanks for the info.

[Kleiber]

I didn't realise you were in the USA, mtw314. we at least don't have the coyote problem in GB!.. I shouldn't worry too much, though, as the fawns are instinctively driven to stay low & quiet, where mum leaves them. I expect the mother will be nearby. If she does abandon it, then it's because she can't feed them both and that's just Nature's way. Sorry if this sounds harsh. Still, I hope the little guy makes it! Keep us posted, won't you! K x

[wildwood]

I know it is heartbreaking but the one left behind is obviously not as strong as the first one. If you have the facilities, by all means start feeding it and keep it cozy and protected. But mind what you take on. It may not survive in the wild once you take care of it. You need to first of contact your local wildlife authority to find out if you are in fact allowed to even touch the deer.
You local vet should be able to find a suitable formula for the fawn. It would greatly benefit from some kind of companion while it is growing up to substitute the mother; even a foal or goat will do. Good luck.

[Dee Sa]

pls keep everyone posted, and I do hope it survives, must be very taumatic for the little one. good luck.