Ireland's 'biggest stag' photographed in Killarney National Park

The red stag, described as an 'exceptional' beast by conservationists because of his supersize, has scared off younger challengers and has assembled a dozen hinds, or females, for his harem

The red stag is believed to be the largest ever seen in Killarney National Park. Picture: Peter O'Toole

What is believed to be the biggest stag in Ireland, a native Killarney Red christened the 'Grand Master', has been photographed in a remote area of Killarney National Park.

Hundreds of photographers have arrived in Killarney for the annual rut, but it was a retired conservation ranger Peter O’Toole who managed to snap the giant stag on the highlands.