Every autumn the fallow deer of the upper Val Taro, between Borgotaro and Compiano, gather within the boundaries of the Ghirardi Nature Reserve for the culmination of their mating season.
In the first hours of light, the large males with their enormous shovel-shaped boxes meet in clearings called lek, surrounded by females and young people eager to participate in the show. In the scenery of the Ghirardi Nature Reserve, between the first colored leaves and the morning mists that rise from the streams.
Free guided tour by Parks of the Duchy and WWF Parma.
Path with some ups and downs, requires hiking boots or rubber boots (muddy terrain). Binoculars recommended. Let’s find out how to help scientific research by reporting our observations through the iNaturalist app, already downloaded on your smartphone.
The activity takes place on Saturday 08 October from 8.30 to 12.00 starting from the Visitor Center of the Ghirardi Regional Nature Reserve in Predelle di Porcigatone, Borgotaro (PR).
Info: info.riservaghirardi@parchiemiliaoccidentale.it. Reservation required via SMS or Whatsapp: 3497736093. Covid rules communicated to subscribers.
