Beschlagnahmter Wüstenluchs zieht um

Der von den zuständigen Behörden Mitte Januar 2021 in der Oberpfälzer Stadt Weiden beschlagnahmte Wüstenluchs (Caracal caracal) hat nach gut...
Nanu, what's whistling there?
The closest relative of the world's largest deer species is the Wapiti. This species is differentiated mainly by their antlers and rutting. Their large antlers with velvet are typical for this european species. The Wapiti use their antlers and make unusually high whistling sounds during mating season.
As males age, they develop impressive, ramified antlers. They can weigh over 20kg for large specimens. During mating season, they are used to impress and fight rivals. After the rut, the frontal weapon is shed.
Scientific Surname | Cervus elaphus canadensis |
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Order | Artiodactyla |
Family | Deer |
Size | till 160 cm |
Weight | male: 450 kg, female: 300 kg |
Reproduction | gestation period: 8 month, 1 subadult |
Distribution | North America |
Habitat | forest areas |
Food | Grass, Leaves, Herbs, Bud, Bark |
Livestock | endangered |