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Père David's Deer

Elaphurus davidianus

Extinct in the Wild

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 9 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Argentina and South Africa.

Conservation Status

EW Extinct in the Wild

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Milu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Père David's Deer?
The scientific name of Père David's Deer is Elaphurus davidianus. It belongs to the genus Elaphurus.
What is the conservation status of Père David's Deer?
Père David's Deer (Elaphurus davidianus) is classified as Extinct in the Wild by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Père David's Deer live?
Père David's Deer is found in Distributed across Argentina and South Africa.. Countries include Argentina, South Africa.
What family does Père David's Deer belong to?
Père David's Deer (Elaphurus davidianus) belongs to the genus Elaphurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cervidae.
What kingdom does Père David's Deer belong to?
Père David's Deer (Elaphurus davidianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Elaphurus — 1 Species

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Père David's Deer
Elaphurus davidianus
EW

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