Cervidae (Noun)
Meaning
Deer: reindeer; moose or elks; muntjacs; roe deer.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Cervidae family consists of over 60 species of deer, including reindeer, moose, and muntjacs.
- Reindeer are the only type of Cervidae that have adapted to life in the Arctic tundra.
- Moose, the largest members of the Cervidae family, can weigh up to 1,500 pounds.
- Muntjacs, small members of the Cervidae family, are native to Southeast Asia and are known for their distinctive calls.
- Roe deer, the smallest species of Cervidae in Europe, are found in forests and grasslands throughout the continent.