Javan Rusa

Rusa timorensis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Cervidae

About

The Javan rusa or Sunda sambar is a large deer species native to Indonesia and Timor-Leste. Introduced populations exist in a wide variety of locations in the Southern Hemisphere. Rusa is the Malay word for "deer" in general as well as lending to name of its own genus.

Fun Fact

Introduced populations exist in a wide variety of locations in the Southern Hemisphere.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feed on grass, leaves, and fallen fruit.

Lifespan

15–20 years

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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