🌿Native Nature

Barasingha

Rucervus duvaucelii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Cervidae ›Genus: Rucervus

About

The barasingha (Rucervus duvaucelii syn. Cervus duvaucelii), also called swamp deer, is a deer species distributed in the Indian subcontinent. Populations in northern and central India are fragmented, and two isolated populations occur in southwestern Nepal. It is extinct in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Barasingha?
The scientific name of Barasingha is Rucervus duvaucelii.
What is the conservation status of Barasingha?
The Barasingha has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Barasingha belong to?
Barasingha belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Barasingha belong to?
Barasingha belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Barasingha belong to?
Barasingha belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Barasingha belong to?
Barasingha belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Barasingha belong to?
Barasingha belongs to the family Cervidae.
What genus does Barasingha belong to?
Barasingha belongs to the genus Rucervus.