barbary sheep
Definition
Noun: 1. Aoudad; a wild sheep (Ammotragus lervia) native to rocky mountains in northern Africa: A large, sandy-brown ruminant mammal with long, curved horns and a mane of long hair on its throat and chest. It is known for its agility in rugged terrain.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The barbary sheep is well-adapted to the arid cliffs of the Atlas Mountains.
- We observed a small herd of barbary sheep traversing a steep ravine.
- The zoo's new exhibit features the barbary sheep, also known as the aoudad.
Advanced Usage
- As a species name: The term is used in zoological and conservation contexts to refer specifically to the species .
- The primary threat to the barbary sheep is habitat loss and hunting.
Variants and Related Words
- Aoudad (n): The most common alternative name for the barbary sheep.
- Ammotragus lervia (n): The scientific (Latin) name for the species.
Synonyms
- Aoudad
- Arrui (a name used in some regions, particularly for introduced populations)
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Caprid (n): A member of the subfamily Caprinae, which includes goats, sheep, and similar animals. The barbary sheep is a caprid.
- Ungulate (n): A hoofed mammal. The barbary sheep is an ungulate.
Noun
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wild sheep of northern Africa
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