Indian Muntjac

Muntiacus muntjak

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Cervidae

About

The Northern red muntjac is a species of muntjac. It is found in numerous countries of south-central and southeast Asia.

Fun Fact

Indian muntjacs bark loudly like dogs when alarmed, earning them the name 'barking deer,' and males have short antlers plus elongated canine teeth that protrude like tiny fangs.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical forests

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

15-20 years

Threats

Deforestation
Illegal Logging

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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