Growing new Antlers

The new antler growth of some of the neighborhood bucks is becoming more apparent.



Antlers are made of true bone that is fed by blood which is carried in the outer velvet covering. Velvet antlers are hot to the touch, with brushy hair and a waxy feeling coating. Deer need both protein and minerals to grow their antlers and whitetails must grow a new set of antlers every year.



A close-up view of developing antlers and the velvet covering.