Level 1 – Foundational Learning (Elementary) | Science & Nature | Inquiry-Based, Direct Instruction

Guwakaan Sitka Black-tailed Deer RL Grade 3.6 What are Sitka deer? Sitka deer are also called Sitka black-tailed deer. Their name comes from Sitka, Alaska. They are related to Mule deer. Sitka deer have black tails and large ears. In the summer they are Reddish-brown. In the winter they darken to a gray-brown. Sitka deer are good swimmers. Sometimes you can see them swimming between islands. Their average life span is about 10 years. Where do Sitka deer live? Sitka deer live in Sitka and other places in Southeast Alaska. They also live in Canada. Usually Sitka deer live in the rainforest along the coast. Some Sitka deer live on islands. In the winter months Sitka deer live below 1,500 feet. In the summer they live higher up the mountains. How big are Sitka deer? Sitka deer are smaller than other types of deer. Fawns are baby deer. Fawns are…