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Moschidae - Musk Deer

There are seven species of small deer in this family. They are found in the forests and brushlands of central and northeastern Asia.

Musk deer are the size of a medium-sized dog. Unlike other species of deer, the males of this family do not have antlers, but they do have extremely long canine teeth.

Musk deer have no visible tail, long hind legs, and large, rounded ears. Musk deer have a gland that produces a musk that is used in perfumes.

Musk deer are solitary animals and are most active at night.

 

  • The alpine musk deer is found in Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal. IUCN Redlist Status: Endangered
    Alpine Musk Deer
    (Moschus chrysogaster)
    The alpine musk deer is found in Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal. IUCN Redlist Status: Endangered
  • The Siberian musk deer is found in China, Kazakhstan, North Korea, South Korea, Mongolia, and Russia. IUCN Redlist Status: Vulnerable
    Siberian Musk Deer
    (Moschus moschiferus)
    The Siberian musk deer is found in China, Kazakhstan, North Korea, South Korea, Mongolia, and Russia. IUCN Redlist Status: Vulnerable
  • The Himalayan musk deer is found in Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal. IUCN Redlist: Endangered
    Himalayan Musk Deer
    (Moschus leucogaster)
    The Himalayan musk deer is found in Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal. IUCN Redlist: Endangered

Did You Know?

Musk deer
Male musk deer do not have antlers, but they do have extremely long canine teeth.

World Status Key

Status and range is taken from IUCN Redlist

Least Concern
Near Threatened
Vulnerable
Endangered
Critically Endangered
Extinct in the Wild
Extinct
Not Enough Data

U.S. Status Key

Status taken from US Fish and Wildlife

Threatened in US
Endangered in US
Introduced

NH Status Key

Status taken from NH Fish and Game

Threatened in NH
Endangered in NH
Breeds in NH (birds)

Location Key

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South America

New Hampshire Species

No animals found.

Other Species Around the World

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