Mountain goats, red deer could be endangered species

Rare animals such as mountain goats and red deer are becoming extinct because of over hunting, according to an ecological study done by Wang Ying (?y曾o), a professor of biology at National Taiwan Normal University.

Wang said that even in an environment rich in vegetation, the animals are difficult to find. He believes that hunting -- both with guns and with traps -- is the main reason for the dwindling number of mountain goats and red deer.

Prohibition of hunting is almost impossible to enforce, Wang said, but suggested that authorities make a stronger effort to regulate it. Wang did point out, however, that rhesus monkeys, hares and boars are plentiful in the northern region.