South Dakota Elk Hunting
Elk Hunting in South Dakota 2010
Residents of South Dakota may apply for archery and firearm elk hunts in the Black Hills and Custer State Park, as well as a couple of areas outside the Black Hills where resident herds roam.
Take a look around at the tools and information on the left to find Season Dates, License and Application Requirements and much more.
South Dakota Elk Hunting
The elk, or wapiti, is one of the largest species of deer in the world and one of the largest mammals in North America and eastern Asia.
In the deer family, only the moose is larger. Elk range in forest and forest-edge habitat, feeding on grasses, plants, leaves, and bark. Male elk have large antlers which are shed each year.
Males engage in ritualized mating behaviors during the rut, including posturing, antler wrestling, and bugling, a loud series of screams which establishes dominance over other males and attracts females. The bugle call is one of the most distinctive calls in nature.
If you are ready to hunt Elk deer in South Dakota, or need more information, stop by our Galleries, Forums or Blog to get the latest scoop on the the 2010 South Dakota Elk Hunting Season.
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Please visit their site for more information about Elk hunting and the preservation of the Elk Habitat.
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