1. Identify the species' scientific name, listing status, and a short summary ofwhat is known about the species.
Musk deer is a small animal with an average body length of 100cm and a height of 60-61 cm, at the shoulder level. Because of its long hind limbs, its movements resemble more like rabbit, than that of a deer. Seven species of musk deer are identified to date. The taxonomy of the species, is given below.
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Order: Artiodactyla
Family: Moschidae
Scientific Name:
Moschus fuscus (native of Tibet, Vietnam, Tibet and listed endangered)
M.sibriricus (native of Tibet and listed
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