Who brought the rare animal to Sri Lanka? The Hog Deer (Axis porcinus) – “Wil Muwa” or “Gona Muwa” in Sinhala – is a critically endangered deer species that lives in isolated pockets between Benthara ...

The deer have inhabited the for more than 50 years. During periods of drought, ... Sri Lanka is one of the few places in South Asia where one can find these domesticated herds of deer. Herds of deer ...

A top travel advisor shares why Sri Lanka is the perfect destination for families, animal lovers, and history buffs alike.

A herd of deer are pictured in a small forest in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, Jan. 18, 2025. (Photo by Ajith Perera/Xinhua) ...