Reeves' Muntjac
Class: Mammals
Order: Artiodactyla
Family: Cervidae
Genus: Muntiacus
Species: Reevesi
Geographic distribution: Southeast China and Taiwan
Habitat: Lowland tropical forests
Height: 45 cm at the shoulder
Longevity: 10 to 12 years
Weight: 10 to 18 kg
Sexual maturity: 16-18 months
Gestation: 8 to 12 months
Litter: 1 to 2 pups
Diet: Omnivorous, bamboo, seeds, bark, fruits, foliage, eggs, carrion, small mammals, birds
Protection Status: IUCN Status CR – Least Concern
Description
The Reeves’ muntjac, also known as the “barking deer,”gets its name from its distinctive call, which resembles thebark of a small dog, used to alert others in case of danger. This species exhibits pronounced sexual dimorphism: males, larger and heavier than females, have short antlers and long canine teeth that resemble tusks.
Threats and preversation
The Reeves’ muntjac is not currently endangered, butits population is declining. Human activities, such as agriculture and urbanization, contribute to the fragmentation of its natural environment. Additionally, it is hunted for its meat and skin, which puts additional pressure on wild populations
