Ungulates are easy to underestimate until you start comparing how different hoofed mammals shape the places they live in. This section covers species from the Red Deer in British parkland to much larger grazing and semi-aquatic mammals, with the emphasis placed on form, habitat, and behaviour.
It is a useful browse through some of the most ecologically important herbivores in the wider archive. From here you can return to all mammals or follow location-based stories in the blog where several of these species appear in context.
Ungulates are the vital link in many food webs, shaping the landscapes they inhabit through grazing and migration. I am constantly expanding this gallery to showcase the remarkable diversity of hoofed mammals, from the delicate antelopes of the savannah to the rugged wild sheep of the mountains. My new additions will continue to explore their fascinating behaviors and their critical role in maintaining ecological balance.