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Shawn Garrett-54m ago
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An unusual elk with an antler protruding from his forehead was spotted on a trail camera in Tampico on Sunday.
Tampico is about 15 miles west of Yakima in eastern Washington.
Sam Montgomery, a representative with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, told KIRO 7 News the antler abnormality, while uncommon, is a naturally occurring phenomenon.
Montgomery did say she has never seen an antler quite like this one.
Antler growth of this type is usually attributed to an injury – either directly to the antler or an injury that would have an effect on antler development – or genetics.
Hormones can also play a role in antler development.
Just looking at the photos, Montgomery said this growth is likely genetic.
PHOTO COURTESY: David Kauer©Provided by KIRO Seattle
Montgomery said the antler does not appear to…
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