Bull Elk in Velvet with Wildflowers Photograph

A Bull Elk with velvet antlers foraging on wildflowers in Grand Teton National Park in 2021.  Velvet antler is the whole cartilaginous antler in a precalcified growth stage of the Cervidae family including the species of deer such as elk, moose, and caribou. Velvet antler is covered in a hairy, velvet-like “skin” known as velvet and its tines are rounded, because the antler has not calcified or finished developing. Velvet antler preparations are sold in China as part of traditional Chinese medicine, and in the United States and some other countries as a dietary supplement.The most common sizes are available right now. Looking for a different size or medium? Contact me.