My understanding is that the variation in size has a great deal to do with what subspecies of the Sika Deer (Cervus Nippon) one is dealing with.
They are an interesting animal. The guide / stalker I hunted with in the highlands of Scotland was far more exited to hunt Sika than Red Stag.
Hopefully your planned hunt goes well and you can share a great story with us here at the 24 HCF
Last edited by GRF; 04/21/21.