What is another word for cervus elaphus canadensis?
Pronunciation: [sˈɜːvəs ɪlˈafəs kanˈadənsˌɪs] (IPA) 
Cervus elaphus canadensis is the scientific name for the North American elk. This majestic animal is also known by several other names, including the wapiti, red deer, or simply elk. These synonyms reflect the cultural and regional variations in how the creature is referred to. The name "wapiti" comes from the Shawnee language and is used primarily in the eastern United States. "Red deer" is a more common term in Europe, where the closely related Eurasian elk is also known as the red deer. However, the most widely used name for this iconic ungulate is simply "elk," reflecting its importance as a symbol of the American West.
