Elks only close African kin Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Elks only close African kin" from Newsday.com crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's crossword clue "Elks only close African kin" leads us to the answer "REDDEER." Let's break down why this answer fits the clue:

1. Elks: This word hints at a type of deer, specifically members of the Cervidae family.
2. Only close: The term "only close" suggests a similarity or close relation to the previously mentioned "Elks."
3. African kin: Here, the reference to "African kin" indicates that we are looking for a similar type of deer that is found in Africa, albeit indirectly.

Putting these components together, we arrive at the answer "REDDEER." The Red Deer is a species of deer that is closely related to the Elk, falls within the Cervidae family like Elks, and although primarily found in Europe and Asia, its geographic range can extend to parts of North Africa. Therefore, the clever wordplay in the clue effectively leads to the solution "REDDEER."

 The Crossword clue "Elks only close African kin" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Newsday.com	15 July 2017	REDDEER