At the dawning of each day through the month of October, deer lock antlers in a fierce mating battle.  The deer rut is a contest between males - the winner will acquire the right to a whole harem of females.  This week Nature File is all about the autumn deer rut.

Naturefile is a celebratory journey to the lesser-known realms of nature in Ireland with Anja Murray.  With surprising stories uncovered each week, about everything from lichens to trees, Swallows to Sea Eagles, starfish and turtles, there are elements of science, history and folklore.

Daybreak with Evonne Ferguson

Evonne Ferguson will be up with the early birds to ease you into the weekend with her gentle blend of music from across the centuries, plus news, weather and 'NatureFile'. 

Evonne Ferguson will be up with the early birds to ease you into the weekend with her gentle blend of music from across the centuries, plus news, weather and 'NatureFile'.&nbsp;

Naturefile - Deer Rut

The habitat of deep-water corals, also known as cold-water corals, extends to deeper, darker parts of the oceans than tropical corals, ranging from near the surface to the abyss, beyond 2,000 metres ...

The habitat of deep-water corals, also known as cold-water corals, extends to deeper, darker parts of the oceans than tropical corals, ranging from near the surface to the abyss, beyond 2,000 metres ...

Naturefile - Cold water Coral Reefs

The harbor seal, also known as the common seal, is a true seal found along temperate and Arctic marine coastlines of the Northern Hemisphere.

The harbor seal, also known as the common seal, is a true seal found along temperate and Arctic marine coastlines of the Northern Hemisphere.

Naturefile - Harbour Seals

Ravens are highly intelligent birds known for problem solving and social behavior. Some species can mimic sounds, including human speech. 

Ravens are highly intelligent birds known for problem solving and social behavior. Some species can mimic sounds, including human speech.&nbsp;

Naturefile - Deer Rut

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