Why Do Elk Shed Their Antlers? Bull elk shed their antlers in the spring because hormone levels in their blood signal their bodies to do so. It's more complicated than that, though. Elk, along...
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American black bears (Ursus americanus) are generally not an aggressive species of bear. They're omnivores, meaning their diet includes plant material and meat. At times, Black Bear's food sources...
Moose are calm laid back appearing creatures. However in certain scenarios they are very dangerous animals. Some people don't realize that. Most folks are so awestruck when they come upon one in the...
Camping in cold temperatures presents a whole set of complications that don't exist in summer camping. It's a good idea to plan ahead. A certain amount of preparedness and the right gear are...
When you're in the outdoors, you have the safety net of civilization taken away from you. On a rare occasion, something bad can happen. When they do, you have only yourself to rely on. A venomous...
What is a ptarmigan? Ptarmigan is pronounced (tar-mgn). It's the name for three species of grouse that live in the mountainous and arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. These...