Elk (Cervus elaphus) Seasonal Habitat Selection in a Heterogeneous Forest Structure

Table 1

Seasons based on elk behaviour.

Season	Months	Primary concern
Winter	January–March	Securing sufficient forage and avoiding predation
Spring	April–June	Parturition and calf survival
Summer	July–September	Weaning of calves and mating
Fall	October–December	Rest and preparation for winter