The Southern pudu (Pudu puda) is the smallest deer species in the world, found in the temperate rainforests of southern Chile and southwestern Argentina. Standing only 32 to 44 centimeters (13 to 17 inches) tall at the shoulder and weighing between 6.4 and 13.6 kilograms (14 to 30 pounds), this tiny deer is known for its delicate build and shy personality. Pudus prefer dense underbrush, where they feed on leaves, bark, and fallen fruit. Despite their size, they are surprisingly agile, skillfully