Managing feral deer on your property
In the Hills and Fleurieu region, feral fallow deer sightings are increasing, and red deer are also being found in some areas. Landholders are responsible for destroying all feral deer on their properties under the Landscape South Australia Act 2019.
Any deer keepers must be registered under the Livestock Regulations 2013 and ensure their deer cannot escape or be released.
If you find feral deer on your property
The primary form of deer management is shooting. This is most effective when neighbouring landholders work together to coordinate culling of deer across multiple properties.
If you have feral deer on your property, we also may be able to help. Register your interest here to learn more about our Feral Deer Eradication Program
You can also consider engaging these groups for assistance:
- Professional shooters
- Volunteer shooters, Farmer Assist or sporting shooter programs
- local hunters
- shooting contractors
Escaped farm deer on your property
If you find tagged deer on your property please notify us. We will aim to find out where they are from to prevent further escapes.
Contact us
If you need further advice or support please contact us at our Mount Barker Office