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Also Known As Moschus moschiferus

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A Siberian musk deer (Moschus moschiferus) stands on a forest floor, showing its brown fur, white markings on its neck, and long curved tusks protruding from its mouth.
Siberian musk deer (Moschus moschiferus) in profile, showing its long, curved upper tusks and dark brown fur with lighter markings on the neck.
Musk deer (Moschus moschiferus)
Survival in the world's largest taiga forest
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