the micmac word kaleboo meaning pawer or scratcher from its foraging by kicking snow aside
The word "caribou" originates from the Mi'kmaq word "qalipu," which means "the one that paws." It was adopted into English through French, where it is referred to as "caribou." The term is used to describe the North American subspecies of reindeer, which are known for their migratory behavior and adaptability to cold environments.
It comes from the Micmac language - Kaleboo, meaning pawer or scratcher
Rangifer tarandus, Caribou/Reindeer.
Reindeer ------------------------ The word caribou comes from a Micmac Indian word for "snowshoveler."
No, caribou is the word for both singular and plural.
The caribou is a large mammal, like a deer.
The caribou ran across the field.
Sally saw a caribou on her way to her grandmother's house in Canada.
The herd of caribou ran across the field with pride, speed, and honor.
These tracks indicate that a small herd of caribou has recently passed through our yard.
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Rangifer tarandus