Whitetail: meaning, definitions and examples
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whitetail
[ ˈhwaɪtˌteɪl ]
animal species
The whitetail, also known as the white-tailed deer, is a medium-sized deer native to North America. It is easily recognizable for its white underside on the tail, which is raised when the animal is alarmed. This deer is an important species for hunting and ecological balance.
Synonyms
Odocoileus virginianus, white-tailed deer.
Examples of usage
- I spotted a whitetail in the forest.
- Whitetails are commonly hunted during the season.
- The whitetail population has increased in recent years.
Translations
Translations of the word "whitetail" in other languages:
🇵🇹 veado de cauda branca
🇮🇳 सफेद पूंछ वाला हिरण
🇩🇪 Weißschwanzhirsch
🇮🇩 rusa ekor putih
🇺🇦 білохвостий олень
🇵🇱 jeleń białogonowy
🇯🇵 ホワイトテイル
🇫🇷 cerf à queue blanche
🇪🇸 ciervo de cola blanca
🇹🇷 beyaz kuyruklu geyik
🇰🇷 흰 꼬리 사슴
🇸🇦 غزال الذيل الأبيض
🇨🇿 jelen běloocasý
🇸🇰 jeleň bielochvostý
🇨🇳 白尾鹿
🇸🇮 belo repast jelen
🇮🇸 hvítur hala hreindýr
🇰🇿 ақ құйрықты бұғы
🇬🇪 თეთრი კუდის ირემი
🇦🇿 ağ quyruqlu maral
🇲🇽 ciervo de cola blanca
Etymology
The term 'whitetail' originates from the combination of the words 'white' and 'tail,' referring to the distinctive feature of this deer species. The white-tailed deer is scientifically classified as Odocoileus virginianus and has been a part of North American fauna for thousands of years. Its adaptability to various habitats, from forests to urban areas, has allowed it to thrive. The early Native Americans revered the whitetail for its vital role in their culture and sustenance, while European settlers recognized its importance in hunting. Over the centuries, conservation efforts have played a crucial role in managing whitetail populations, ensuring they remain a prominent fixture in North American wildlife. The whitetail has thus become not just a species but also a symbol of wilderness and natural heritage.