The barasingha has been the focus of a successful repopulation program, which began in 1967 when the total species population numbed only 66. The IUCN currently lists the barasingha as vulnerable. ...

Barasingha, or swamp deer, weigh up to 600 pounds. Their unique antlers, often having more than 12 points, make them a striking species. – Mule deer are named for their large, mule-like ears.