Why are a moose’s antlers covered in velvet?
A To nourish their growth
B To attract mates
C To camouflage him from predators
Fact: Moose and other deer species grow antlers that are shed each year. When the antlers emerge in May or June, they’re covered in a soft, hairy ‘skin’ called velvet that nourishes the antlers’ growth. By late summer, the antlers are fully developed, and the moose will begin stripping the velvet. Most moose will drop their antlers by December.
Correct Answer: To nourish their growth