What is the family and scientific name for this species?
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The question is asking for the family and scientific name of a species depicted in the image. The high-level approach to solve it involves identifying the animal shown and researching its classification.
Answer
Family: Cervidae, Scientific name: Cervus canadensis
The family is Cervidae, and the scientific name is Cervus canadensis.
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The family is Cervidae, and the scientific name is Cervus canadensis.
More Information
The elk, also known as wapiti, is one of the largest species within the deer family, Cervidae. It is native to North America and East Asia.
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A common mistake is confusing the elk with other deer species such as moose or caribou.
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