Barasingha, also known as the Swamp Deer, is a species of deer found in the Indian subcontinent. In Hindi, it is called 'Barasingha' which means 'twelve-tined' or 'twelve-horned'. This name stems from the fact that in the breeding season, males grow antlers with twelve points.
Apart from Barasingha, some other synonyms for this species are:
1. Rucervus Duvaucelii
2. Swamp Deer
3. Hard Ground Barasingha
4. Eastern Barasingha
5. Indian Swamp Deer
These synonyms are used interchangeably in scientific research, conservation efforts, and other areas where the species is discussed. As a unique and endangered species, the Barasingha and its synonyms hold an important place in the animal kingdom.