This small ungulate occurs on the Indian Peninsula. It has been recorded in moist forest and grassy places near water, and is reported to eat fruit and herbs. The available account says ecological information is sparse and often anecdotal.
Its coat is dull brown, with white stripes and spots on the back and sides. The underside is pale beige.
It has been recorded in moist deciduous or evergreen forest and in tall grass near watercourses. Fruit and herbs are listed as foods, but the account says many ecological records are anecdotal.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.