Spotted Deer (Scientific Name: Axis axis) is a species of deer found in the Indian subcontinent, which is locally known as Cheetal. Males are larger than females and antlers are present only on males. Male deer reach about 90 cm and female up to 70 cm at the shoulder. Males may weigh 30-75 kg and females weigh up to 25-45 kg. The upper parts are golden completely covered in white spots. The abdomen, rump, throat, insides of legs, ears and tail are all white. The three-pronged antlers are about 1m long.
The natural habitat of the Cheetal deer comprises of open wood land in grassy areas. They prefer to live near rivers and other sources of water. They are found living in small herds of 20 to 30 animals
Gosh – aren’t they lovely.
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Wow.
The males with the antlers sure look like they are ready to jostle!
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beautiful images
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This species is so elegant. I love their spots.
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Fantastic pictures and you has chance you see a lot of deer on your way.
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These are really beautiful animals. And some stunning pictures.
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Wow, what magnificent photos of such graceful creatures!
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Wow, what a beauty!!
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Thank you very much.
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