Everything You Wanted To Know About Elk Antlers Bu

The video tutorial explains the growth cycle of elk antlers, highlighting how they grow and shed annually. It describes the role of testosterone in antler development and the seasonal changes that trigger this process. The tutorial also covers the casting of antlers, where a piece of bone is taken with them each year, and how this affects the elk's skull structure. Additionally, it discusses how the characteristics of antlers, such as their proximity to the skull and size, can be used to determine the age of the elk.

What triggers the start of antler growth in elk?

• Increased food supply

• Migration patterns

• Longer days of summer

• The onset of winter

During which months do elk typically complete their antler growth?

• January to March

• March to August

• August to December

• May to September

What are 'buttons' in the context of elk antlers?

• The tips of the antlers

• The base of the antlers that remains on the head

• A type of antler decoration

• The velvet covering on new antlers

How can you estimate the age of an elk by looking at its antlers?

• By the number of antler points

• By the proximity of the antlers to the skull

• By the color of the antlers

• By the length of the antlers

What happens to the bone base of an elk's antlers as it ages?

• It becomes smaller and thinner

• It remains the same size

• It becomes thicker and closer to the skull

• It changes color