woodland caribou

noun

1. a variety of caribou inhabiting the bogs and forests of eastern Canada, having large, palmate antlers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of woodland caribou¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

As they conclude their study, researchers caution that what is good for the deer isn't necessarily suitable for other species, such as the threatened woodland caribou.

From Science Daily

Last week the Canadian Journal of Forest Research pulled a study in which Newmaster and colleagues said they used a genetic identification system known as DNA barcoding to help determine the diet of woodland caribou.

From Science Magazine

Designated a National Wildlife Area in 2022, it's home to a diverse mix of northern wildlife, including woodland caribou, peregrine falcons, wood bison, wolverines and rusty blackbirds, according to Canadian government data.

From Salon

The federal government is financially backing the Crees’ efforts to create a network of hydrologically connected protected areas with habitats for endangered animals like the woodland caribou.

From New York Times

"Wolves encounter woodland caribou more often, which means they nail more caribou," says Fisher.

From Salon