Overview

• The southern pudu fawn was born on June 21, weighing just 2 pounds.
• It will grow to weigh 15-20 pounds and stand 14-17 inches tall.
• The species is listed as near-threatened due to habitat loss and invasive species.
• Queens Zoo participates in breeding programs to maintain genetic diversity.
• Eight pudu fawns have been born at the zoo since 2005.