Physical Description
The largest of the elk subspecies, the Roosevelt elk coloration varies from deep copper brown to light tan depending on location, season, and gender. The Roosevelt elk overall tends to be more dark brown in color. The rump patch is light beige. The legs and neck are often darker than the body. The Roosevelt elk averages 8 feet in length. Mature males have large antlers that sweep back toward the rump.

Average Weight Range
Mature Roosevelt elk weigh 600 to 1100 pounds.

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