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Black-tailed deer

Odocoileus columbianus

Photo by thekoopabros
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Description:

A cute young deer in our yard on Denman Island, BC, Canada.

Species ID Suggestions

Mule deer

Odocoileus hemionus

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thekoopabros
I think it might actually be a black-tailed deer. Both inhabit the same range, but I couldn't find any mule deers with pure brown/black tails.

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PublishedFebruary 13, 2011

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