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The elk (pl: elk or elks; Cervus canadensis), or wapiti, is one of the largest species within the deer family, Cervidae, and one of the largest terrestrial mammals in its native range of North America and Central and East Asia. The word "elk" originally referred to the European variety of the moose, Alces alces, but was transferred to Cervus canadensis by North American colonists. The name "wapiti", derived from a Shawnee and Cree word meaning "white rump" for the distinctive light fur in the rear region.

Elk are the loudest species of deer.
The Shawnee called elk “wapiti,” which translates to “white rump.”
Elk coat themselves in urine “perfume” to help attract mates.
Most of the year, elk stick to same-sex groups inside the herd.

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