Do bull moose lose their antlers every winter?

The largest members of the deer family, moose are some incredibly large creatures with antlers that reach six feet in length and 40 lbs. in weight. The size of a moose’s antlers is a show of their status and strength, especially during mating season.

Bull moose lose their antlers every winter, growing a new pair the next spring. These fresh antlers are covered in velvet while they grow, but this covering is worn away as moose begin the shedding process again – usually right around the start of the fall mating season.

This leaves antler paddles shiny and new – in perfect condition for displaying and fighting.