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Species: Musk Deer
The musk deer are extinct in Europe but are presently now in Asia, mostly dwelling in Russia. These musk deer do not grow antlers, instead the males grow fangs! The longer the fangs the older the deer is. It’s a way of showing off just like have a 15 point buck. The musk deer prefer mountainous habitats notably the Himalayas. The musk deer also has remarkable feet that are used to climb up steep slopes, they have large, wide toes that provide instant stability for going up the slopes. They also have a very dense coat where the hairs are filled with air the insulate against the extreme temperatures. The deer is short and stocky, but have extremely powerful back legs and rear that instead of normally running away, they leap over things to escape predators. Their hind legs are longer than their front legs, and they have a curved spine which also helps with the jumping they do. The musk deer is perhaps the most famous for consisting a musk. Only the males can produce this, it is in the scent glands and just 2 pounds could go for $45,000!! This musk is particularly used to mark territories and attract mates. The musk deer are herbivores and eat mainly leaves, flowers, grasses, moss, and lichen occasionally. The deer are solitary and shy and protect very large territories by marking it off with their scent. They also are either crepuscular or nocturnal. When the female gives birth, it is only one fawn and normally it remains motionless for the first month of its life, which actually helps them live longer and hide from predators. I believe they are a very neat animal and I have learned about them from watching animal planet :DÂ
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