The Scottish Countryside Alliance has urged people to "use some common sense" following the death of Callum. Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time.
More info Tourists and Scots have been urged to leave wildlife alone when visiting the Scottish countryside. The Scottish Countryside Alliance issued a warning following the death of a 'celebrity stag' in the Highlands. The animal - named Callum and described as a "local legend" - passed away due to health problems it developed by being fed food by visitors.
Jake Swindells , Director of the Scottish Countryside Alliance said: "If you are lucky enough to be able to encounter our beautiful wildlife at close quarters, remember that wildlife means exactly that. "Enjoy the experience but it is vital that human intervention should not become commonplace. The results can be incredibly dangerous, not only to animals but humans too.
"In this case, a Red Deer Stag became reliant on food supplied by visitors to the area, and the cost of this was the expedited rotting of the deer's teeth after being continually fed sugary foods." He added that had "reduced the animal's ability to eat properly and leaving it to deteriorate in condition. Visitors must be familiar with the countryside code, or at least use some common sense when encountering wildlife.
" We told yesterday how Callum was commonly given 'treats' by passers by when he was spotted in the Bein.
