Reeves's Muntjac
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Reeves's Muntjac
Muntiacus reevesi
Reeves's Muntjac is a small deer with big ears and a cute face! They are shy and love to hide in the bushes, making them hard to spot in the wild.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Reeves's Muntjac is a small, reddish-brown deer with a white underside and dark stripes on its face. Males are unique, sporting short, unbranched antlers alongside prominent canine teeth, often called 'tusks'. Its overall stocky build and rich coloring distinguish it.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyCervidaeGenusMuntiacus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Male muntjacs are unique among deer, having both short antlers AND sharp canine tusks!
Their calls sound surprisingly like a dog's bark, earning them the nickname 'barking deer'!
These tiny deer can even be found living secretly in city parks and gardens!
Though small, male muntjacs are fierce fighters, using their tusks and antlers to duel!
Special abilities
Ability
Forest Navigator
Reeves's Muntjac has a small, flexible body that helps them weave effortlessly through dense forest undergrowth.
Ability
Tusk Defender
Reeves's Muntjac can use their sharp, elongated canine teeth for defense against rivals and predators.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 70-100 cm
- Weight
- 10-18 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-12 years
- Top Speed
- 48 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-2
- Gestation
- 200-210 days
Diet & Feeding
These tiny deer munch on leaves, shoots, fruits, and even bark from trees and bushes.
Primary Foods
- Leaves
- Shoots
- Bark
- Fruits
- Seeds
- Grasses
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Red foxes prey on muntjacs, especially fawns, in introduced habitats.
eaten by
Wolf
Canis lupus
Wolves hunt muntjacs in their native Asian ranges.
depends on
European Beech
Fagus sylvatica
Muntjacs forage on leaves and bark from beech trees.
depends on
English Oak
Quercus robur
Oak leaves and acorns are a food source for muntjacs.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
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.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
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
2/5 · Low
If you see a wild animal, it's best to watch from a distance and not approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Reeves's Muntjac?
The easiest way to identify Reeves's Muntjac is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How long is Reeves's Muntjac?
70-100 cm
How much does Reeves's Muntjac weigh?
10-18 kg
How long does Reeves's Muntjac live?
10-12 years
How fast can Reeves's Muntjac move?
48 km/h
What does Reeves's Muntjac eat?
These tiny deer munch on leaves, shoots, fruits, and even bark from trees and bushes.
Where is Reeves's Muntjac usually found?
Forests
How does Reeves's Muntjac hunt?
Foraging
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