13 Baby Pudu
Pudus are the world’s smallest deer, so imagine how tiny this baby is! As an adult the South American deer stands 13 to 15 inches high and weighs approx. 18 pounds. It’s said that if you frighten a Pudu, it’ll bark similar to a dog although they’re not related.
Their habitat is throughout parts of South America. In 2009 it was classified “Endangered” on The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . They are a solitary animal and secretive, therefore much of their nature is unknown.
They tend to be delicate and cautious, and it’s said that stress and fear could be a factor in their short lives, around 8 – 10 years in the wild. They succumb to a wide range of causes and mothers are often known to abandon their young, which contributes to their declining population.
