Antler development in reindeer in relation to age and sex

Yearling male and adult female reindeer (Rangifer tarandus tarandus) are similar in size and shape. If sexual clues are hidden, it can be difficult to distinguish between them. Antlers can be a useful aid in classifying yearling males and adult females, depending on whether specific antler character...

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Main Authors: Amund Høymork, Eigil Reimers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Septentrio Academic Publishing 2002-06-01
Series:Rangifer
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Online Access:https://septentrio.uit.no/index.php/rangifer/article/view/692