Yarkand deer

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The Yarkand deer (Cervus elaphus yarkandenis) is a subspecies of red deer that is native to western Asia.

[edit] Description

This deer is light rufous in color with a large light-colored patch, including the tail. Its antlers usually have five tines with a terminal fork pointing forward. The fifth tine is usually larger than the fourth and is inclined inward.

[edit] Range

This deer is found in eastern Turkestan.


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