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Cervid (Noun)

Distinguished from Bovidae by the male's having solid deciduous antlers.

Nouns denoting animals.

The family Cervidae consists of deer and other cervid species that are characterized by their distinctive antlers.
Cervid species, such as moose and caribou, are commonly found in northern forests and tundras.
The term cervid is often used to distinguish these animals from bovids, which have permanent horns.
Male cervid mammals are known for their impressive antlers, which are grown and shed annually.
Cervid populations are often affected by habitat loss and hunting, leading to conservation efforts to protect these species.