Planet Zoo 2 Red Deer
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Red Deer in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Red Deer requirements
| Continent | Africa, Asia, Europe |
|---|---|
| Biome | Temperate |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 360 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 45 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | -5 to 28 °C |
| Group size | 3–9 |
| Barrier | Grade 2, at least 1.25 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 360 m² of land, the Red Deer needs more land than 43% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Red Deer space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (9 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 360 m² | 45 m² | 720 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Red Deer barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1.25 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Red Deer species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 1.22 m, female 1.14 m |
Setup checklist for a Red Deer habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Red Deer as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 360 m², plus Land 45 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 2 barrier at least 1.25 m high.
- Keep the temperature within -5 to 28 °C and theme the area as Temperate.
- Plan a group of 3 to 9 animals.
Animals that can live with the Red Deer
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Red Deer: -5 to 28 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (6)
- Bactrian Camel (shared -5–28 °C)
- Cape Buffalo (shared 14–28 °C)
- European Bison (shared -5–28 °C)
- Greater Flamingo (shared 14–28 °C)
- Przewalski's Horse (shared -5–28 °C)
- Wild Boar (shared -5–28 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Red Deer next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Eurasian Bittern, Golden Eagle, Greater Flamingo, Long-Eared Owl.
FAQ
How much space does a Red Deer need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 360 m² for the Red Deer, plus Land 45 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Red Deer need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Red Deer needs a temperature of -5 to 28 °C and a group size of 3–9, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Red Deer in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 6 compatible species for the Red Deer. Neutral: Bactrian Camel, Cape Buffalo, European Bison, Greater Flamingo, Przewalski's Horse, Wild Boar.