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Chital

Axis axis

Chital (Axis axis)Common

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Mammalherbivore

The chital is a golden-brown deer with white spots, native to India and surrounding regions. Males grow antlers while females are slightly smaller and lack them. Their striking spotted coat makes them one of the most recognizable deer in their habitat.

  • Males weigh 70–90 kg, about twice as heavy as females.
  • Only male chital grow antlers, which can reach nearly 1 meter long.
  • Their coat is covered in white spots from head to tail.
ForestGrasslandSavannaAsia
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At a glance

Classification
Mammal
Scientific name
Axis axis
Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Savanna
Regions in this directory
Asia
Diet
herbivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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