Elk (wapiti)
Exceeded in size only by the moose, large male elk from Alberta average
380 kg (840 pounds) in early winter. Body mass varies considerably
within and between populations and increases from south to north.
Exceptional bulls exceed 500 kg (1,100 pounds) in weight; bulls from
southern California average about 110 kg (240 pounds). Compared with
other red deer, female elk are more similar to bulls in external
appearance and body mass. During winter all elk have well-developed,
dark neck manes that contrast sharply with their tan or light brown body
colour.
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
Elk (wapiti)
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