- Deer - Wikipedia
A deer (pl : deer) or true deer is a hoofed ruminant ungulate of the family Cervidae (informally the deer family) Cervidae is divided into subfamilies Cervinae (which includes, among others, muntjac, elk (wapiti), red deer, and fallow deer) and Capreolinae (which includes, among others reindeer (caribou), white-tailed deer, roe deer, and moose)
- Living with wildlife: Deer - Washington Department of Fish Wildlife
Deer are a type of mammal known as an ungulate, meaning they walk on their toes, or "Hooves" One unique characteristic of the deer family is their antlers While horns remain permanently affixed to the skull, antlers are shed every year
- Deer | Characteristics, Species, Types, Family, Facts | Britannica
Deer, any of 43 species of hoofed ruminants in the order Artiodactyla, notable for having two large and two small hooves on each foot and also for having antlers in the males of most species and in the females of one species Deer are native to all continents except Australia and Antarctica
- 17 Types of Deer: Species, Description, and Fun Facts - TRVST
Explore the diverse world of deer species, from White-Tailed to Red Deer, and learn more about their habitat, types, and characteristics
- Deer Animal Facts - Odocoileus virginiana - A-Z Animals
The deer is an animal that has proliferated across the globe and evolved many adaptations to help it cope with the rigors of a hostile world Its regal antlers are some of the most notable characteristics in the animal kingdom, used for defense and sexual signaling
- Deer in the US: Types, Habitats, and Roles - WoodsMan Report
Their presence influences ecosystems and human activities, from hunting to suburban landscaping Habitat: Found in every U S state except Alaska, white-tailed deer prefer edge habitats—transitional zones between forests and open areas like meadows, farmlands, or suburban yards They also inhabit deciduous forests, savannas, and wetlands, seeking areas with abundant forage and cover
- About Deer of the World | A Deer Website (the leading authority on deer)
The leading website about the deer of the world Information about deer biology, deer species deer conservation We answer common questions
- 6 Types of Deer in North America (With Pictures)
In North America, there are an important game species as they are the most hunted large animal on the continent North America is home to several different species and many subspecies of deer In this article, we will introduce the six species of deer that are native to the US, Canada, and Mexico
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