noun
- a large deer of northern regions with branched antlers, found in North America
Examples
- The caribou migrate hundreds of miles each year across the tundra.
- We spotted a herd of caribou grazing near the river.
- Caribou are an important food source for Arctic communities.
- The caribou’s thick coat helps it survive harsh winters.
- Scientists track caribou movements using radio collars.
- Indigenous peoples have hunted caribou for thousands of years.