Cervus sika
- noun
- Specialized
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ciervo sika
- The Cervus sika can often be seen grazing in the forests of Japan.
Examples
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Conservationists are concerned about the impact of introduced Cervus sika populations on local ecosystems.
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The Cervus sika is often seen in Japanese forests.
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Unlike native species, Cervus sika have a distinctive spotted coat throughout adulthood.
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Have you ever spotted a Cervus sika in the wild?
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In the serene forests of Japan, the elegant Cervus sika can be spotted among the trees.
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The Cervus sika is recognized for its unique spotted coat and graceful movements.
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During autumn, many people visit Japan to catch a glimpse of the beautiful Cervus sika roaming freely.
Synonyms
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A small deer with white spots found in East Asia, especially Japan
A small deer that lives in East Asia, especially Japan, with small forked antlers and a spotted coat
A small reddish-brown deer with slightly forked antlers found in Japan
Surface Forms
Morphology
This is a scientific binomial formed from the genus 'Cervus' (a group of deer) and 'sika' (a deer species), so the meaning—a specific type of deer—is directly derivable from the constituent parts. Binomial taxonomic names transparently indicate species membership across languages, so a learner who knows the provided senses will understand it refers to the sika deer.
Etymology
Cervus sika comes from Latin and Japanese: Cervus is Latin for 'deer' and sika comes from the Japanese word 'shika', also meaning 'deer', so the name literally says 'deer deer'. That's why Cervus sika refers to the small, spotted deer of Japan.