![Elk](/silvies/animals/large/Elk.jpg)
Elk
(Cervus canadensis)
- Size: 300-900 pounds // 4.3-4.9" at the shoulder
- Diet: Herbivores, grasses and flowering plants
- Seasonal Habits: Migrate to warmer areas for food
- Temperament: Will charge when threatened; fight with antlers
Males have pointed antlers, Pale grey to tan or brown, Slender legs and thick neck.