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Milu (Père David's Deer)

Elaphurus davidianus

Extinct in the Wild
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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

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Milu

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Elaphurus — 1 Species

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Milu
Elaphurus davidianus
EW

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