Six-Legged Deer
A six-legged deer found near Rome, Georgia, in July 2008 was recovering after being attacked by a dog.1 Veterinarians say the fawn's injuries forced them to amputate one of the animal's two tails.2
Fast Facts
- Deer with six legs found near Rome, Georgia in July 20081
- Veterinarians at Berry College say the deer was injured in a dog attack1
- The deer was being treated at West Rome Animal Clinic2
- Animal is about four to six weeks old; weighs about 20 pounds3
- The deer has two pelvises2
- Veterinarian says the deer had "an identical twin that didn’t form all the way"2
- The deer could be studied at the University of Georgia1
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