Spanish Red Deer, Ciervo Común

Description:

Red deer are ruminants, characterized by an even number of toes, like camels, goats and cattle, and a four-chambered stomach. Genetic evidence indicates the red deer (Cervus elaphus) as traditionally defined is a species group rather than a single species. European red deer have a relatively long tail compared to their Asian and North American relatives. The male red deer is typically 175 to 260 cm long and weighs 160 to 240 kg; the female is 160 to 210 cm long and weighs 120 to 170 kg. Shoulder height is about 95 to 130 cm. The spanish red deer (C. e. hispanicus) do not carry neck mane, is a bit smaller and is grey-brown coloured.

Habitat:

Mediterranean forest at Parque Nacional de Monfragüe