Hydropotinae (water deer)

Hydropotinae
There is only one species in this subfamily, the Chinese water deer. It is in the lower Yangtze Basin of east-central China and in Korea. They are small deer with yellowish-brown coats. Their fur is thick and coarse. Chinese water deer do not have antlers, but the upper canine teeth are extra long and form tusks.

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Hydropotes (water deer) Chinese Water Deer The Chinese water deer is found in the lower Yangtze Basin of east-central China and in Korea. Source: Animal Diversity Web Intended Audience: General Reading Level: Middle /High School Teacher Section: Yes Searchable: Yes Chinese Water Deer The Chinese water deer has extra long upper canines that form tusks. Source: Arkive Intended Audience: General Reading Level: Middle School Teacher Section: Yes Searchable: Yes