Wild red deer (Cervus elaphus L.) grazing may seriously reduce forage production in mountain meadows
This study aimed at estimating the impact of red deer grazing on the productivity of meadows located in Pian Cansiglio, north-eastern Italian Pre-Alps. These meadows (383 ha; average elevation 1000 m asl are managed for hay/silage production (1-2 cuts per season) and are included in a protected area...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2012-01-01
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| Series: | Italian Journal of Animal Science |
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| Online Access: | http://www.aspajournal.it/index.php/ijas/article/view/2380 |