ClimateAugust 17, 2026
muntjac
MUN-jak
Definition
A small species of deer native to Asia, known for its small size and distinct, barking call.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Javanese language term 'muncak' or 'mentjak', which is the name used for this animal in Indonesia, later adopted into English in the early 19th century.
In the news
In the article, the Reeves muntjac is noted as a native species that has successfully stabilized and rebounded in Taiwan following the implementation of commercial hunting bans.
Taiwan’s Evolving Approach to Wildlife Conservation
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