(the largest cervid) to smaller cousins like the and Red deer . A Global Presence What is a Cervid? - Potter Park Zoo
Beyond the Backyard: The Fascinating World of Cervids When you spot a white-tailed deer grazing in your yard, you’re looking at a cervid
—a member of the Cervidae family. While we often use the word "deer" as a catch-all, this diverse family actually includes ranging from the massive moose to the solitary roe deer. What Makes a Cervid a Cervid? (the largest cervid) to smaller cousins like the
: As ruminants, they have multi-chambered stomachs to ferment and break down tough plant materials like shrubs and leaves. Legs Built for Speed cervid