HABITAT PREFERENCES OF ROE DEER (Capreolus capreolus) IN KASTAMONU : CASE STUDY OF ELEKDAĞI WILDLIFE DEVELOPMENT AREA

Determining the habitat preferences of wild animals and conserving their habitats are constitute the basis of wildlife protection. Therefore, researches and studies of wildlife habitat preference and the protection of these areas are important. This study was held in Kastamonu Elekdağı Wildlife Development Area, one of the roe deer's important habitat in Kastamonu region (Capreolus capreolus) in terms of biodiversity and hunting tourism. To determine the habitat preferences of roe deer, datas obtained from direct observation. Additionally, inventory records of Forestry and Water Affairs 10th Regional National Parks Directorate have used. All datas were applicated to digital maps and results were evaluated.