Mr.
Elk's Advice and General Interest Column
Here are some general interest
facts about Mr. Elk!!!
*note- Advice column coming
soon!*
Elk are large animals with conspicuous
ears and a small (4.9-7.8 inches long) beige tail.
Elk life expectancy is approximately
18-22 years.
The major use of antlers is in
sparring to set up dominance hierarchies and in battles with other bulls
during the rut. They are also used to impress cows who tend to select mates
with the most substantial antlers, herd cows, mark territory by attacking
vegetation, and defend against predators.
Elk make a sharp barking snort
that sounds like the bark of a large dog. Cows use it to warn calves of
danger. On hearing an alarm bark from its mother a calf flattens down to
hide. It also serves to warn other elk of suspected danger.
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