Species MammalsYucatán Brown Brocket

Yucatán Brown Brocket

Odocoileus pandora

RareMammal
Illustration of Yucatán Brown Brocket (Odocoileus pandora)

The Yucatán Brown Brocket is a small deer with a reddish-brown coat and a compact body. It is known for its elusive nature, making it a rare sight in the wild.

Habitat
Found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diet
Herbivorous, primarily browsing on leaves and shrubs.
How common
Rare

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