Java mouse-deer
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Java mouse-deer
Tragulus javanicus
The Java mouse-deer is a tiny deer that looks like a baby deer all grown up! They are very shy and like to hide in the forest, making them hard to spot.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Java mouse-deer is a tiny hoofed mammal, with a sleek, reddish-brown coat and striking white markings on its throat and chest. It has slender legs, a small head, and large, dark eyes, resembling a miniature deer without antlers.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyTragulidaeGenusTragulus
Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A baby mouse-deer can stand up and walk around just 30 minutes after being born!
Despite their name, mouse-deer are not true deer; they belong to their own special family!
Male mouse-deer have tiny tusks instead of antlers, which they use for defending their territory.
They are the smallest hoofed mammals in the world, about the size of a rabbit!
Special abilities
Ability
Stealth Master
Java mouse-deer can disappear into dense undergrowth quickly because their small size and camouflage fur helps them hide from predators.
Ability
Water Sprinter
Java mouse-deer can run into water to escape danger, even diving and walking underwater, helping them evade pursuit.
Ability
Night Vision
Java mouse-deer has large dark eyes that help them see very well in low light, making it easier to find food and avoid predators at night.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 45-55 cm
- Weight
- 1.5-2 kg
- Lifespan
- 8-12 years
- Top Speed
- 20 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 150-155 days
Diet & Feeding
These tiny herbivores munch on fallen fruits, leaves, and tender shoots found on the forest floor.
Primary Foods
- Fallen fruits
- Leaves
- Shoots
- Berries
- Fungi
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Reticulated python
Python reticulatus
A common predator that ambushes mouse-deer in their habitat.
eaten by
Javan Hawk-Eagle
Nisaetus bartelsi
A raptor that preys on small mammals and birds in Javan forests.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Spotted
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
If you see a wild animal, it's best to watch from a distance and not approach it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Java mouse-deer?
45-55 cm
How much does Java mouse-deer weigh?
1.5-2 kg
How long does Java mouse-deer live?
8-12 years
How fast can Java mouse-deer move?
20 km/h
What does Java mouse-deer eat?
These tiny herbivores munch on fallen fruits, leaves, and tender shoots found on the forest floor.
Where is Java mouse-deer usually found?
Forests
How does Java mouse-deer hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Java mouse-deer usually have?
1
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