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Physical appearance : Sambar deed stands to a
height of 135 -150 cm at the shoulder and can weigh
up to 300 kg. Males have antlers measuring up to 1m.
Its coat is dark brown in colour. It is
characterized with large muzzle and broad ears. It
has tick fur and orange spots on its body. Males are
larger than the females. Its tail is 22- 35 cm long.
Males have thick mane of hairs around the neck.
Presence in India : Sambar deer is found in
almost every corner of India, But it is mainly found
in the central India. They can easily be spotted at
Kanha, Corbett, Ranthambore, Bandhavgarh, Gir,
Dudhwa, Manas, Kaziranga and Sariska.
Habitat : Sambar Deer prefers marshy and
wooded areas to live.
Diet : Sambar deer feeds on leaves,
vegetation, herbs, fruit, bamboo buds and mushrooms.
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