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Indian Spotted Chevrotain: Facts, Diet, and Habitat of the Mouse Deer

All you need to know about the shy and solitary mouse deer
Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   May 22, 2026
Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   May 22, 2026
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All you need to know about the shy and solitary mouse deer

How tall is the Indian spotted chevrotain?

The Indian spotted chevrotain is around 25-30 cm at the shoulder.

What is the scientific name of the Indian spotted chevrotain?

The scientific name of the Indian spotted chevrotain is Moschiola indica.

What is the IUCN status of the mouse deer?

The mouse deer is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Among the 12 species of deer found in India, the Indian spotted chevrotain is the smallest. Also known as the mouse deer, this shy and solitary creature lives a quiet life in the thick undergrowth of a dense forest. Read about it here.

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