noun
game animal
Refers to animals that are hunted for sport or food. Often used in contexts of hunting, wildlife management, or culinary discussions.
この地域では鹿が主な狩猟動物だ。
In this area, deer are the main game animals.
狩猟動物の肉を使った料理を提供するレストランが増えている。
Restaurants serving dishes made with game meat are increasing.
Compound of 狩猟 (hunting) and 動物 (animal). The exact historical derivation is uncertain; the spelling is conventionally associated with the meaning.