Since I've started taking an evolution course this term at university, I've been curious as to the genetic relationships between Cervidae species.

Below the cut you'll see a (very large) image that summarizes those relationships.



Source: Gilbert, C., Ropiquet, A., & Hassanin, A. (2006). Mitochondrial and nuclear phylogenies of cervidae (mammalia, ruminantia): systematics, morphology, and biogeography. Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution, 40(1), 101-117.

I used this phylogeny as a base, as it seemed to be one of the most reliable sources.

Unless otherwise stated, the photo that I used as a base for the deer silhouette is from Wikipedia.

1. Pronghorn Antelope
2. Siberian Musk Deer Source
3. Grant's Gazelle
4. Lesser Kudu
5. Fallow Deer
6. Persian Fallow Deer
7. Javan Rusa Source
8. Sambar
9. Thorold's Deer
10. Red Deer
11. Sika Deer
12. Pere David's Deer
13. Eld's Deer
14. Barasingha Source
15. Chital Source
16. Hog Deer
17. Tufted Deer
18. Reeve's Muntjac
19. Roe Deer Source
20. Water Deer Source
21. Moose
22. Caribou
23. Red Brocket Source
24. Mule Deer
25. White-tailed Deer
26. Marsh Deer Source
27. Grey Brocket
28. Taruca Source
29. Pudú

If you have any questions or comments, or want to know where a species I haven't included fits in, just let me know and I'll do my best to find out!