Cervidae

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Family: Cervidae

Group: Mammal, Species

Scientific NameCommon NameSummary
Alces americanusMoosePrimarily present on mainland and near islands. Occasionally found on Chichagof Island when individuals swim across Icy Straight.
Cervus canadensisRoosevelt ElkIntroduced to Etolin Island. Population has grown, and animals have begun to move to other nearby islands including Zarembo Island. They have also been reported from Kuiu Island.
Odocoileus hemionusSitka Black-tailed DeerVery common. From sea level to alpine when snow conditions allow. Concentrated at low elevations and on south-facing slopes in heavy snow years.
Rangifer tarandusCaribouLikely to occur occasionally in Southeast Alaska, but Unsubstantiated.