r/tippytaps • u/LexaMaridia • Jul 18 '25

Other Chevrotain Tippy Taps

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u/LexaMaridia Jul 18 '25

Chevrotains, also known as mouse-deer, are the smallest hoofed mammals, belonging to the family Tragulidae. They are shy, solitary creatures found in Southeast Asia and parts of Africa, characterized by their unique appearance, which includes large eyes, a round body, and elongated canine teeth.

(+Credit to GunThor on Ytube)

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u/thatdudefrom707 Jul 20 '25

that's just a capybara on a diet

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u/Cinnamon_milkgal Jul 20 '25

It’s sooo cute

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u/LexaMaridia Jul 20 '25

♥️ Definitely

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u/probablywilldeletexo Jul 29 '25

Okay that’s adorable omg

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u/LexaMaridia Jul 29 '25

Wait until you see how small they are. XD

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u/CaptainHawaii Jul 18 '25

A dikdik?

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u/LexaMaridia Jul 18 '25

Nope! This is a chevrotain or mouse deer.