Pudu belong to the genus Pudu . Although males reach sexual maturity shortly after females, they often don't breed until 18-24 months of age when they become large and seasoned enough to successfully compete for females with other mature male pudus.
Gestation is approximately seven months.
Life Cycle A fawn usually remains hidden for a number of days after birth, only emerging to suckle when the mother visits. After a few weeks, the fawn joins its mother in her normal range. Young stay with their mother for eight to 12 months. Male pudu do not contribute to the rearing of young. Young southern pudu lose their white spots after about 3 to 5 months of age.