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saiga tatarica

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun saiga tatarica has 1 sense
  1. saiga, Saiga tatarica - goat-like antelope of central Eurasia having a stubby nose like a proboscis
    --1 is a kind of antelope
    --1 is a member of genus Saiga

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Saiga tatarica

Description

Saiga tatarica, also known as the saiga antelope, is a critically endangered species native to the steppes and semi-deserts of Central Asia. It is notable for its distinctive large nose, which helps filter dust during dry seasons and warm air during hot summers.

Noun

Sense 1:

A species of antelope endemic to Central Asia, characterized by its distinctive large nose.

Example sentence: The saiga tatarica is well-adapted to survive in extreme weather conditions.

Sense 2:

The horns or other body parts of the saiga tatarica antelope used in traditional medicine.

Example sentence: The demand for saiga tatarica products has led to illegal poaching and a decline in their population.

Adjective

Sense 1:

Referring to or characteristic of the saiga tatarica antelope.

Example sentence: The saiga tatarica population has faced a rapid decline in recent years.

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