Antler anomalies in tule elk
Journal of Wildlife Diseases
By: Peter J.P. Gogan, David A. Jessup, and Reginald H. Barrett
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Abstract
Antler anomalies were evident in tule elk (Cervus elaphus nannodes) within 1 yr of reintroduction to Point Reyes, California (USA). These anomalies are consistent with previously described mineral deficiency-induced anomalies in cervids. The elk were judged deficient in copper. Low levels of copper in soils and vegetation at the release site, exacerbated by possible protein deficiency due to poor range conditions, are postulated as likely causes of the antler anomalies.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Antler anomalies in tule elk |
| Series title | Journal of Wildlife Diseases |
| DOI | 10.7589/0090-3558-24.4.656 |
| Volume | 24 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Year Published | 1988 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Wildlife Disease Association |
| Description | 7 p. |
| First page | 656 |
| Last page | 662 |