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California Mule Deer

Odocoileus hemionus californicus

Classification

Family
Cervidae

The California mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus californicus) is a subspecies of mule deer whose range covers much of the state of California. Anatomy A typical mature male mule deer stands at around 40 inches in height at the shoulder and measures approximately 57 inches in total length, weighing in around 150 pounds in females and 200 pounds in males. Individuals may live up to 22 years in the wild, inhabiting various habitats from coastal prairies to mountains.

Distribution

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