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| 802_6745 [Cervus elaphus] |
A male Cervus elaphus, proud of its antlers
By the way,
- “Antlers are shed and regrown each year and function primarily as objects of sexual attraction and as weapons in fights between males for control of harems.”
- “They start growing in the spring and are shed each year, usually at the end of winter."
- "Antlers typically measure 71 cm (28 in) in total length and weigh 1 kg (2.2 lb.), although large ones can grow to 115 cm (45 in) and weigh 5 kg (11 lb.)”. [Source: Wikipedia]
Photographed on Mt. Parnitha on September 05, 201
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