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I did not wish to disturb the herd of deer so I used a telephoto lens to capture one image of the herd who were lying down and as you can see they do attract a lot of attention.
While I walked around the park I noticed a number of water troughs and many notices advising the public not to feed the deer and of course there were some who ignored the signs.
History
Royal Beginnings: The wild fallow deer in Phoenix Park have a long and fascinating history. They were introduced in the 1660s when James Butler, the Duke of Ormond, established the Park as a Royal Deer Park. The deer were imported from Britain for hunting purposes.
Enduring Legacy: Remarkably, the current herd in the park, numbering around 600 animals, are descendants of the original deer introduced centuries ago. They have become a beloved symbol of Phoenix Park.