The Sambar is a large deer with a shaggy brown coat and long legs. A notable characteristic is its impressive antlers, which can grow up to 3 feet long in males.
Habitat
Prefers dense forests and grasslands near water sources.
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding on leaves, fruits, and aquatic plants.
How common
Uncommon
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