Water Chevrotain

Hyemoschus aquaticus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Tragulidae

About

The water chevrotain, also known as the fanged deer, is a small ruminant found in tropical Africa. This is the only species in the genus Hyemoschus. It is the largest of the 10 species of chevrotains, basal even-toed ungulates which are visually similar to deer, but are barely larger than small dogs.

Fun Fact

It is the largest of the 10 species of chevrotains, basal even-toed ungulates which are visually similar to deer, but are barely larger than small dogs.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in the coastal regions, the species can be found from Sierra Leone to western Uganda.

Diet

Feed on insects, crabs, and scavenged meat and fish, and is the only species of chevrotain known to do so.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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