Moose are the largest deer species in North America, with males weighing up to 1,500 pounds and standing 6–7 feet tall at the shoulder.
Elk are known for their large antlers and can weigh up to 700 pounds, making them one of the largest deer species in the U.S.
White-tailed deer are widespread across the U.S. and are notable for their size variation, with males reaching up to 300 pounds.
Mule deer can weigh between 150 to 300 pounds, and are recognized for their large ears and adaptability to western forests and deserts.
Native to Alaska and parts of coastal Canada, Sitka deer are relatively large, with males weighing around 300 pounds and thriving in coastal forests.
While not always considered a typical "forest" species, caribou roam the northern forests of Alaska and Canada and can weigh up to 600 pounds.
Found in the Pacific Northwest, Columbian black-tailed deer can weigh up to 300 pounds and are a robust species suited to dense forests.