koormusperiood
The term *koormusperiood* refers to a specific phase in the life cycle of certain animals, particularly those that undergo significant changes in body mass or physical condition. This concept is most commonly associated with the reproductive cycle of female mammals, such as deer, elk, and other cervids, where it describes the period during which they carry and later give birth to offspring.
During the *koormusperiood*, the female animal’s body undergoes physiological adaptations to support fetal development. This includes
In Dutch-speaking regions, particularly in the Netherlands and parts of Belgium, the term *koormusperiood* is used
The term is not widely recognized in English-speaking scientific literature, where similar concepts are often referred