A medium-sized deer species native to East Asia, characterized by distinctive spotted coat and complex social structures.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Mixed deciduous and coniferous forests, mountainous regions, grasslands, and agricultural landscapes across Japan, China, Korea, and introduced regions in Europe and North America.
Ecological Role
Key herbivore in forest ecosystems, facilitating seed dispersal and maintaining vegetation balance; important prey species for predators like wolves and bears.
Morphology
SKIN COATSummer coat spotted, winter coat darker and thicker; reddish-brown to dark brown coloration
LIMBS WINGSSlender legs with split hooves, adapted for agile movement in forest terrain
HEAD SENSORYLarge ears, prominent antlers in males, acute vision and hearing adaptations
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-sized deer, body length 0.95-1.35 m, shoulder height 0.70-1.10 m, weight 35-100 kg
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Lilly M
