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This image captures an informational sign about the Indian Spotted Chevrotain, likely taken at a zoo or wildlife park in Mysuru, India. The sign is oriented vertically, showing details about the animal, a photograph, and a conservation status bar. A mesh fence is visible on the left side of the frame, and the ground, covered with dry leaves and soil, is seen on the right. The sign prominently displays the animal's common name, "Indian Spotted Chevrotain," its scientific name "Moschiala indica," and "Family: Tragulidae." It also includes the Kannada name "ಮೂಷಿಕ ಜಿಂಕೆ" (Mūṣika jiṅke). Key details provided on the sign include: * **Habitat:** "Forested areas and grass covered rocky hill sides." * **Facts:** Height (25-30 cm), weight (2-3 Kg), sexual maturity (5-5.5 months), and life span (10-12 years). * **Diet:** Natural diet includes "Grass, pods, flowers, fruits and other vegetation," while zoo diet consists of "Bran, Vegetables, sprouts, grass and browse of various types." * **Features:** Describes the animal as also known as the "Mouse Deer" due to its small size, its olive brown coat minutely speckled with yellow for camouflage, the presence of tusks instead of well-developed antlers (prominent in males), and its solitary nature, pairing up only during breeding season. * **Distribution:** "Southern India and Ceylon." * **Conservation Status:** Indicated as "Least Concern" on a scale ranging to "Critically Endangered," with a red line highlighting its status. A QR code is also visible in the top right corner of the sign, likely linking to more information. The overall scene suggests an educational display within an outdoor enclosure during daylight hours.
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