152: What Happens When You Have a Low Population of Mature Bulls

The timing of elk parturition, or birthing, can be influenced by various factors, including the presence of mature bulls within the population. When the mature class of bulls is lost, it can have implications for the timing of elk parturition dates. Research suggests that the absence of mature bulls may lead to delays in parturition, as the remaining cows may experience extended or irregular breeding periods. Understanding the relationship between mature bull presence and elk parturition is crucial for managing elk populations and maintaining their reproductive success.   COOK, J.G. et al. (2004) ‘Effects of summer‐autumn nutrition and parturition date on reproduction and survival of Elk’, Wildlife Monographs, 155(1), pp. 1–61. doi:10.2193/0084-0173(2004)155[1:eosnap]2.0.co;2.     Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):<br /> https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/your-adrenaline<br /> License code: QWS1TG5BYTFK2PCL