🐾

sambar

Rusa unicolor

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Artiodactyla (Even-toed Ungulates)

Species

Rusa unicolor (sambar)

Names in Other Languages

German Indischer Sambarhirsch

Similar Species in Rusa

View all species in Rusa →

Explore More

Compare Species

vs Javan Rusa vs Visayan Spotted Deer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sambar?

The scientific name of sambar is Rusa unicolor. It belongs to the genus Rusa.

What is the conservation status of sambar?

sambar (Rusa unicolor) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does sambar live?

sambar is found in Distributed across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, United States.

What family does sambar belong to?

sambar (Rusa unicolor) belongs to the genus Rusa, which is part of the taxonomic family Cervidae.

Is sambar endangered?

Yes, sambar (Rusa unicolor) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does sambar belong to?

sambar (Rusa unicolor) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of sambar?

The closest relatives of sambar in the genus Rusa include Javan Rusa, Visayan Spotted Deer.