cervidae

/ˈsɜrvɪdi/
noun
  1. The scientific family of mammals that includes deer, elk, moose, and reindeer.
    • Cervidae are found on every continent except Australia and Antarctica.
    • The Cervidae family includes over 90 species of deer.
    • Male members of Cervidae typically grow antlers each year.
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