sarny

Sarny refers to more than one sense in Slavic languages. In Polish, sarny is the plural of sarna, meaning roe deer (Capreolus capreolus). Roe deer are small to medium-sized ungulates native to Europe and parts of Asia. They have a reddish-brown coat in summer that becomes grayish in winter, and males carry short antlers. They inhabit mixed forests, woodland edges, and agricultural landscapes, and are known for cautious behavior. Diet consists of grasses, herbs, leaves, buds, and fruits. Mating occurs in autumn, and females typically give birth to one or two fawns after a gestation of about 40 weeks. Populations vary with habitat quality; hunting is regulated in many regions. The species is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, though local pressures from habitat loss and road traffic can affect numbers.

Sarny is also the name of a city in Rivne Oblast, western Ukraine. Located on the Styr River, it serves as an administrative and economic center for the surrounding area, with road and rail links to larger cities. The local economy includes light industry, agriculture, and services, and the city hosts educational and cultural institutions. Throughout history the area has been part of various states, including the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, the Russian Empire, and the Soviet Union, before becoming part of independent Ukraine in 1991. Population figures have fluctuated, with current estimates placing the city in the tens of thousands. The municipality encompasses several rural communities and participates in regional governance within Rivne Oblast.