A fawn is a young deer, typically less than a year old. Fawns are known for their distinctive spotted coats, which help them blend into their surroundings and avoid predators. They are usually born in the spring and rely on their mothers for nourishment and protection during their early months of life. Fawns are part of the Cervidae family, which includes other deer species like white-tailed deer and elk. As they grow, fawns gradually lose their spots and develop a more adult appearance. They are herbivores, primarily feeding on grasses, leaves, and other vegetation as they mature.