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The Père David’s Deer have unique antlers, which point backwards but stand tall, these antlers are what make them so easy to identify. Along with another distinguishable feature being their relatively long tail.
Habitat
Père David’s Deer are now extinct within the wild so are only now found in captive environments around the world. They are semi-aquatic animals and are native to China.
Diet
Their diet consists of grasses and plants.
Predators & Threats
Since the Père David’s Deer went extinct from the wild, the only threat they now face is hunters in some areas of the US, where they can be hunted in captive settings.
Facts
- Père David’s Deer grow two different pairs of antlers each year. Their summer antlers are the biggest set compared to those in the winter.
- The colour of their coat changes through the seasons. Usually to a duller colour in the winter months.
Common Name(s) | Scientific Name |
Père David’s Deer, Pere David’s Deer | Elaphurus davidianus |
Size | |
120cm (shoulder height) | |
Lifespan | |
Up to 18 years |
Best Time to Look
All year round.