An ’emo’ deer was spotted in a Texas town, but wildlife experts say he’s fine
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AUSTIN (KXAN) – In Lago Vista, Texas, locals have voiced their concerns to the police regarding a deer that seems to have adopted an “emo” style, officials reported.

In late October, the deer was observed “confidently sporting a hammock tangled in its antlers,” according to a Facebook update from the Lago Vista Police Department. The hammock’s fabric cascaded down both sides of the deer’s head, drawing humorous comparisons to the distinct haircuts popular among emo musicians.

The police department noted, “While its ‘forest-core fashion’ may have turned a few heads, rest assured, the deer is in good health.”

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(Courtesy: Lago Vista Police Department via Storyful)

Officers from the Lago Vista Police Department have monitored the deer and consulted with specialists from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to confirm the animal’s well-being.

“The deer is eating, drinking, and parading around as if it just released an album titled ‘Hammocks & Heartache,’ fully embracing its starring role,” the department humorously remarked.

The post went on to explain that male deer naturally shed their antlers before the end of winter, so the “emo-chic accessory” is expected to fall off on its own soon.

The police department also said in its post that residents should avoid interacting with the deer, per TPWD guidance.

“As difficult as it can be to see an animal with ‘hardware disease’ and want to help it, there are good, scientifically backed reasons why we do not get involved unless absolutely necessary,” police wrote in a Facebook update. “Darting animals in urban areas can be very high risk due to the number of people, roads, and houses, and the unpredictable nature of animal behavior.”

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