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Wapiti

Cervus canadensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Cervidae ›Genus: Cervus

About

The elk (Cervus canadensis), also known as the wapiti, is one of the largest species within the deer family, Cervidae, and one of the largest terrestrial mammals in North America, as well as Central and East Asia. It is often confused with the larger Alces alces, which is called moose in North America, but called elk in British English, and related names in other European languages (German Elch, Swedish älg, French élan). The name "wapiti" is

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wapiti?
The scientific name of Wapiti is Cervus canadensis.
What kingdom does Wapiti belong to?
Wapiti belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Wapiti belong to?
Wapiti belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Wapiti belong to?
Wapiti belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Wapiti belong to?
Wapiti belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Wapiti belong to?
Wapiti belongs to the family Cervidae.
What genus does Wapiti belong to?
Wapiti belongs to the genus Cervus.