Deer Fun for Kids

Deer are gentle, four-legged animals known for their graceful movements, big ears, and beautiful antlers. Kids love deer because they look like they stepped right out of a fairy tale forest! Deer are mammals, which means they have fur and drink milk when they are babies. They live in many places around the world and are really good at blending into their surroundings to stay safe.

Watch a Deer in Action!

Deer love to leap, run, and explore the forest. Watch how fast and graceful they can be in the wild!

What is a Deer?

A deer is a plant-eating mammal with slender legs and hooves. Male deer often grow antlers on their heads, which fall off and grow back every year!

• Deer are mammals with short tails and long legs
• Male deer grow antlers that can branch out like a tree
• Baby deer are called fawns and have white spots
• Deer are very good at running and jumping

Where do Deer live?

Deer live in many different places around the world. They like forests, grasslands, and sometimes even snowy mountains!

• Found in North America, Europe, Asia, and parts of South America
• Live in forests, meadows, and even near cities
• Like to hide in tall grass or behind trees

What do Deer eat?

Deer eat plants. They are herbivores, which means they don’t eat meat.

• Eat grass, leaves, and small plants
• Also enjoy fruits, berries, and acorns
• Use their strong teeth to chew tough plants

How big is a Deer?

Deer come in different sizes, but most are about as tall as a kitchen table and weigh about as much as a grown-up person.

• Most deer are about 3 to 4 feet (0.9 to 1.2 meters) tall
• They can weigh between 100 and 300 pounds (45 to 136 kilograms)
• Baby deer are small enough to fit in your arms!

What sound do Deer make?

Deer can be very quiet, but they do make sounds! They can grunt, bleat, or even snort when they are scared or talking to each other.

Cool Deer Facts

Deer are full of surprises! Check out these fun and amazing deer facts:

• Deer can run up to 30 miles per hour (48 kilometers per hour)
• Male deer are called bucks, and female deer are called does
• Some deer antlers can grow as big as a bicycle!
• Baby deer can stand up just minutes after being born
• Deer have great hearing and a super sense of smell
• White-tailed deer raise their tails like flags when they run
• Reindeer are a type of deer that live in cold places
• Antlers are made of bone and covered in soft velvet when growing

Printables and Coloring Fun

Kids can have fun learning more about deer with these coloring and activity pages!

• Download Deer Coloring Page (PDF)

Deer in the Eco-System

Deer play a big role in nature! They help forests grow by spreading seeds and keeping plants trimmed. But some deer species need our help to stay safe.

• Deer help plants grow by eating weeds and spreading seeds
• They are food for animals like wolves, cougars, and bears
• Some deer are endangered, like the Père David’s deer
• There are over 40 different kinds of deer around the world

Ask a Grown-up to Help You Learn More

Want to discover even more about deer? Ask an adult to visit these kid-safe websites with you!

• Deerworlds.com – Deer
• Deer – Britannica Kids
• Havahart – Facts About Deer | Deer Facts

Fun Questions About Deer

Ways to Donate and Support Deer

Kids and grown-ups can help protect deer by supporting wildlife groups, keeping forests safe, and learning more about nature. Every little bit helps!

• Adopt A Deer As A Gift