Why is a bit of antler showing on this button buck?
Filed under: Deer Biology
Question
Can you explain this picture? Why is there a small point sticking out of this button buck?
Joseph,
Some button bucks are born earlier and therefore mature more during their first fall. If there’s good nutrition in their range a small percentage will grow enough antler to bust through the covering of their “buttons.” This buck probably has a lot of potential if he’s allowed to mature!
I hope you can identify this buck as he ages!
Enjoy creation,
grant
February 7, 2016
