Chital have been also spotted in Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary in Bhutan, which has the only remaining natural sal (Shorea robusta) forest in the country. They do not occur at high altitudes, where they are …

Nov 19, 2025 · Chital, (Cervus axis, sometimes Axis axis), Asiatic deer, belonging to the family Cervidae (order Artiodactyla). It lives in grasslands and forests in India and Sri Lanka in herds of up to 100 or …

Sep 14, 2025 · Explore the Chital Deer, also known as Cheetal or Spotted Deer. Learn about its habitat, behavior, diet, reproduction, cultural importance, and conservation. Discover fascinating facts and …

One of the most beautiful and recognizable deer species in the forests of South Asia, especially in India. The name “Chital” comes from the Hindi word for “spotted,” which perfectly describes this deer’s …

Chital are a lightly-built species; males are larger and heavier than females. The bright reddish-brown coat of both sexes is marked with scattered white spots in all seasons.

Riverine forests within the Bardia National Park in lowland Nepal are highly utilized by the deer for shade and cover during the dry season. The forest also provides good foraging with regard to fallen fruit …

Apr 6, 2025 · Discover 29 fascinating facts about Chital, the spotted deer of India. Learn about their behavior, habitat, and unique characteristics.

Chital are attractive spotted deer ranging from golden to rufous in colour. They are strongly sexually dimorphic: males are much larger than females and grow large, lyre-shaped antlers.

The chital (Axis axis; / tʃiːtəl /), also called spotted deer and axis deer, is a deer species native to the Indian subcontinent. It was first described by Johann Christian Polycarp Erxleben in 1777. A …

Mar 21, 2023 · Chital, also known as spotted deer or axis deer, are an enchanting species of deer native to the Indian subcontinent. These graceful creatures are known for their striking appearance and play …