Swamp Deer (Cervus duvaucelii)
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | Wild Life Presevation |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | October 1, 1976 |
| Denomination | 25 p |
| Quantity | 5,000,000 |
| Perforation | comb 14 x 14½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 691 Stamp Number IN 736 Yvert et Tellier IN 494 Stanley Gibbons IN 825 |
| Themes | Animals (Fauna) | Deer | Mammals |
The Swamp Deer, also known as the Barasingha, is native exclusively to India. Found in regions such as the Terai (Uttar Pradesh), Assam, the Sunderbans, and Madhya Pradesh, it exhibits distinct characteristics depending on its habitat. In the swampy areas of Terai, Assam, and the Sunderbans, the Swamp Deer is recognizable by its splayed hooves and larger skull. Conversely, in the hard open ground of Madhya Pradesh, it possesses smaller, well-knit hooves.
The coat of the Swamp Deer is predominantly woolly in texture, with shades ranging from brown to yellowish-brown. There is considerable variation in the form of their antlers, typically featuring 10 to 14 points or branches, although some individuals may have as many as 20.
The Swamp Deer has moderate eyesight and hearing abilities but possesses a keen sense of smell. Unfortunately, the population of Swamp Deer is declining, and it is now a protected species in India. Measures are being taken to conserve this unique animal and its habitat to ensure its survival for future generations.