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By Delacouri

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By Silke Baron 

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By Philippe_Boissel

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Javan Rusa Deer or Sunda Sambar (Rusa timorensis) - 

Native to certain islands in Indonesia, this deer is considered vulnerable in its natural habitat.  Though their native home is in tropical islands, they have been introduced to other areas like Australia, and are living comfortably there as well.  

Males grow large pointed antlers that may seem too large for their heads.  They live in large herds, sometimes with a few juvenile males living alongside a dominant male.  All members stay alert while grazing, and when alarmed, the stag will call very loudly to notify other deer, and to show the predator that it has been seen.  

They feed at dawn and later in the afternoon, resting for the rest of the day.  Sometimes they hide in thick vegetation and can stay quite hidden. 

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By M.D.Parr

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By Philippe_Boissel

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By El-Ivis