Red deer

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Liska Park Icons - cerb rosu
FEATURES

large branched antlers; males have a robust body

AVERAGE AGE

10 – 15 years

WEIGHT

120 – 240 kg

AREAL

temperate forests in Europe, Asia, and North America

FOOD

grasses, leaves, twigs, forest fruits

Red deer

The red deer is one of the largest members of the deer family, with impressive antlers and a strong body. It lives in temperate forests of Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a herbivore feeding on grasses, leaves, twigs, and forest fruits. Males use their antlers during the mating season to defend territory and compete for females. The red deer has a complex social behavior and is often seen in herds.