Roe Deer (Capreolus Capreolus) Running Across A Field Stock Photo

Capreolus capreolus, commonly known as the Roe Deer, is a small and agile deer species native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is characterized by its slender body, short legs, and a distinctive reddish-brown coat in summer, which turns grayish-brown in winter. Males are equipped with small, forked antlers that are typically shed annually, while females lack antlers. Roe Deer inhabit a variety of forested and mixed woodland areas, as well as agricultural landscapes. They are known for their graceful, bounding leaps and their ability to quickly navigate through dense vegetation. Their diet primarily consists of leaves, shoots, and fruits, and they are notable for their solitary or small group behavior, especially outside of the mating season.