Rucervus duvaucelii
Barasingha (Swamp Deer)
MammalBest Season: Jan–Dec
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About this species
The Barasingha or Swamp Deer is intimately linked with Kanha National Park, where it was saved from extinction by a legendary conservation effort in the 1960s. The hard-ground subspecies found here wades into forest meadows in mixed herds. The antler growth cycle makes winter sightings especially spectacular. See Barasingha (Swamp Deer) in Kanha and Kaziranga. India's iconic conservation success story — safari guides and photography tips.
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When and Where to Photograph Barasingha (Swamp Deer)
The Barasingha or Swamp Deer is intimately linked with Kanha National Park, where it was saved from extinction by a legendary conservation effort in the 1960s. The hard-ground subspecies found here wades into forest meadows in mixed herds. The antler growth cycle makes winter sightings especially spectacular. See Barasingha (Swamp Deer) in Kanha and Kaziranga. India's iconic conservation success story — safari guides and photography tips.
Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Kanha National Park.