Mule Deer, named for their big mule-like ears, is a common sight here at Bosque Redondo Memorial. They mainly stay next to the Pecos River but have been know to walk the grounds of the site. This deer was around during the reservation period as it was hunted for food by the Diné and the Ndé. In one instance the military allowed the Ndé to hunt in the Guadalupe Mountains which the hunts brought back mule deer. The animals not only fed the tribe, but its’ hide was used for shelter. The Diné were allowed to hunt the deer as well.
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