Deer

usgb/dɪr/
noun

A large wild animal with four legs that eats grass and leaves. The males sometimes have large antlers.

We spotted a family of deer grazing in the meadow.
Visual representation of "deer" - A large wild animal with four legs that eats grass and leaves. The males sometimes have large antlers.

Often appears as...

  • herd of deer
  • red deer
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Animal Gender

Male deer are often called 'bucks', 'stags', or 'bulls', and females are 'does' or 'hinds'.

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The majestic stag and doe stood at the forest's edge.
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Deer Groups

Deer often travel in groups called 'herds', which provide safety and social interaction.

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A herd of deer was silhouetted against the setting sun.
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Antler Shedding

Male deer shed their antlers yearly, so their presence or absence indicates the season.

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The buck will grow new antlers after shedding them in winter.
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