Wildlife Management on Golf Courses 

The UK is home to a wide range of wildlife, and golf courses are no exception. With the increasing popularity of golf as a sport, the number of golf courses in the UK has risen significantly in recent years. This growth has led to an increase in the number of deer living in and around golf courses, which can have a significant impact on the environment, golfers, and wildlife. When deer populations are not managed and controlled, they can cause damage to golf courses, interfere with play, and even put human health at risk.

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Lyme disease, a bacterial infection spread by deer ticks, is a particular concern for golfers and others who spend time outdoors. In addition, deer can cause damage to the environment and golf courses by eating grass, shrubs and other vegetation. For these reasons, it is essential that golf course owners and managers take steps to manage and control their deer populations. This includes implementing deer-proof fencing to keep deer away from the golf course, controlling their numbers through hunting and other methods, and ensuring that any deer that are present are healthy and disease-free. By taking these steps, golf courses can help protect their environment, golfers, and wildlife from the potential dangers posed by deer.