KoKo is easy to identify because he has the darkest colouring in the face, body and antlers. In size, he has a slightly shorter and more compact truck and smaller head than George.
When the Reserve bought the herd in October 2005, KoKo was not in good health. He had a large abscess on his left hip. The farmer (on whose land the reserve is currently situated) thought it best to shoot him, which we are happy to say Wendy and Don did not do. The abscess decreased on its own and is now just a small scar. Thanks to improved nutrition, summer and love, KoKo is looking like a million bucks!
He has always been skittish and jumpy but lately has calmed down considerably. We thought he was one of the oldest deer, especially when he was looking so poorly. But now that he has regained his health, we are not too sure whether he is on his way to or from his prime.
The top picture was taken in June 2006. The side pic was taken on August 1, 2006. The antlers continue to grow and branch out.
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