September
09
/ 2018
Fishermen in Northern Ireland had an amazing catch in Lough Neagh, the largest lake in the British Isles, when they retrieved a huge pair of ancient elk antlers. It is estimated that they are about six feet (1.7 meters) wide, much larger than the antlers of any living creature. They are believed to come from the extinct Irish Elk, and it is expected that they can help experts to better understand these huge prehistoric animals and the environment in ancient Europe. Irish Elk This Elk (Megaloceros giganteus) has been extinct for many thousands of years and it is also known as the Giant Elk, because of its enormous size and bulk. According to Live Science, the name ‘Irish elk is
