What is another word for Genus Odocoileus?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs ˌə͡ʊdəkˈɔ͡ɪlɪəs] (IPA) 
Genus Odocoileus is a taxonomic classification used to describe a group of deer species commonly found in North America. There are several synonyms for this genus, which are alternate names used to refer to the same group of animals. These synonyms include Mazama, Blastocerus, Ozotoceros, Pudu, and Hippocamelus, among others. Each of these names is derived from different characteristics of the deer group. For example, the genus name Mazama is derived from an indigenous word for deer, while Blastocerus translates to 'shaped like a bud'. These alternate names come in handy for researchers, enthusiasts, and wildlife experts who wish to describe specific qualities or characteristics of the deer species in question.
