Sika Deer

The sika deer, also known as the northern spotted deer or the Japanese deer, is a species of deer native to much of East Asia. It is a small forest-dwelling deer. Their coats are reddish-brown and spotted in summers, and dark brown and sometimes without spots in winter. The males court females similarly to the elk (but less showy). Sikas are short-winded and run to hide in thickets.

Did you know...sika deer are farmed in China for their antlers, which are used in traditional medicine.

Size: 30 inches height at shoulder
Weight: 70 - 90 lbs
Lifespan: 15 - 20 years

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