Cervidae

Deer (Cervidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 18 genuss with 42 known species. Key genus groups include Alces, Axis, Blastocerus, Capreolus, True Deer, and Dama. Among its members, 21 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Even-toed Ungulates (Artiodactyla).