Italian WolfThe national animal of Italy is the Italian Wolf. It is from the family of the
Grey Wolf and is basically nocturnal hunter by nature. This wolf holds a key position in the culture of Italy. They are said to be the protectors. There is a myth by the name of Romulus and Remus who are considered as the founders of Italy. They were deserted by their family and were raised by a she-wolf. |
Italian DeerIn recent years deer have also become a large problem in Italy and
their numbers have increased despite regular hunting and annual culling. The summer's drought can force them to eat the only green to be found in the countryside, which are generally the new shoots of grape vines- rendering them a serious pest in the wine-making regions. They will also eat any new shoot of almost any plant, so should clearly be excluded from the Italian garden. Their ability to jump almost 3 meters means that they can easily clear all but the highest of fences. One, strong piece of wire running high on the fence will often discourage them from leaping over the fence. |