WILDLIFE
Pygmy brocket
Mazama nana
Country
Argentina
Conservation
Vulnerable
Endemic
Yes
Also known as
Gemeiner Kleinmazama, Brazilian Dwarf Brocket, Brazilian Dwarf Brocket Deer, Les
Location
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About
The pygmy brocket (Mazama nana) is a brocket deer species from South America. It is found in southern Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. It is a small deer with short legs, weighing 15 to 20 kilograms (33 to 44 lb). It is reddish-brown in color. This species is sometimes considered a subspecies of Mazama rufina.
Population threats
The occurrence of hybrids between Mazama nana and Mazama americana was documented in captivity.
Location on the map
34.42°S, 64.04°W · Google Maps satellite