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Sika Cervus nippon Temminck, 1838

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Abstract

This comprehensive species-specific chapter covers all aspects of the mammalian biology, including paleontology, physiology, genetics, reproduction and development, ecology, habitat, diet, mortality, and behavior. The economic significance and management of mammals and future challenges for research and conservation are addressed as well. The chapter includes a distribution map, a photograph of the animal, and a list of key literature.

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The authors are grateful to Leonid Baskin and Alexey Danilkin for providing data on measurements of Dybowski’s sika from Russia and to others who have provided unpublished data.

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