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An elk typically requires between 1,000 to 5,000 acres of grazing land, depending on factors such as the availability of food, water, and cover. Their habitat needs can vary based on the season, with more land necessary in winter when food sources are scarcer. Conservation efforts often aim to maintain sufficient habitat to support healthy elk populations.
What else can I help you with?
Do deer live with elk?
No. Deer live separately from elk, even if they're grazing in the same area, they're still not a part of the herd of elk.
Is the elk prey or a predator?
OK elks eat the grass right well this is how it goes: sun---->grass---->elk--->cougar and surprisingly that's it
Are elk amphibian?
No they are not. They are land mammals.
What changes in elk behavior are beneficial to aspen?
Elk behavior can significantly benefit aspen populations through their natural grazing patterns. When elk graze selectively on certain herbaceous plants, it reduces competition for resources and allows aspen seedlings to thrive. Additionally, their movement patterns can aid in seed dispersal and create disturbances that promote new growth. By managing elk populations, land managers can foster healthier aspen ecosystems, leading to greater biodiversity and habitat stability.
Why did removal of wolves affect the Yellowstone ecosystem?
All parts of an ecosystem interact so the removal of any one part can have wide reaching consequences. when wolves were removed from Yellowstone they were no longer able to hunt the elk which enabled herd numbers to rise. The rise in the number of elk lowered the good grazing land which affected the other animals who graze.
Can a .35 Remington kill an elk?
With a heart, spine, or lung shot, a .35 Remington will kill an elk. Load it with 275 grain bullets. With leverevolution powder from Hornady, a .35 Remington is much more adequate than you need it for elk.
How much is a baby elk?
$6.800 for just one cow elk
Do elk eat aspen bark off of the trees?
NO: Q: What do elk eat? A: Again, elk are grazers, just like cattle. Elk are more "efficient" grazers than cattle, however. A good rule of thumb is that if your land will support 1 female dairy cow, it will sustain 3 female elk. This results in an overall lower cost since you fence and manage 1/3 as much land for the same herd size. Elk do require better forage to maintain optimum condition, so pasture improvement is sometimes recommended. During velveting and lactation, elk have higher nutritional needs
Do elks eat trees?
NO: Q: What do elk eat? A: Again, elk are grazers, just like cattle. Elk are more "efficient" grazers than cattle, however. A good rule of thumb is that if your land will support 1 female dairy cow, it will sustain 3 female elk. This results in an overall lower cost since you fence and manage 1/3 as much land for the same herd size. Elk do require better forage to maintain optimum condition, so pasture improvement is sometimes recommended. During velveting and lactation, elk have higher nutritional needs
Is a 25WSSM a good elk catridge?
NO its a little small for the elk. you need to look into 30 caliber's
Can you buy elk ivories and if so how much are they usually?
Elk ivories are the canine teeth of elk. They usually are priced by what type of elk they came from. They can range from $16 to $35 for a pair of them.
How much does a elk drink in a day?
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