Only male deer have antlers, and they don't grow them permanently.
Antlers are made of bone and grow from the skull.
They start out as soft, velvet-covered antlers and harden over time.
Antlers are shed and regrown every year, usually in the spring and fall.
Antlers are shed and regrown every year, usually in the spring and fall.
The size and shape of antlers can vary depending on the species of deer.
Antlers are used for fighting, mating, and displaying dominance.
Reindeer are unique among deer species - both males and females have antlers
The male reindeer shed their antlers in early winter, after the rutting season.
The female reindeer shed their antlers in late spring, after raising their calves.
Therefore, Santa Claus's sleigh is pulled by female reindeer.
