Age Determination in Moose from Cemental Layers of Molar Teeth
Wolfe ML. 1969. Age Determination in Moose from Cemental Layers of Molar Teeth. The Journal of Wildlife Management. 33(2):428-431
A method is described for age determination in moose (Alces alces) from growth layers in the cementum of molariform teeth. The technique was used to determine the ages of 140 moose over 1 year old from Isle Royale. The findings indicate that the method described provides a more reliable basis for age determination in the older age-groups than estimates of mandibular tooth wear. It also has a wide range of application because any molariform tooth may be used.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Wolfe, Michael
- Units
- ISRO
- Keywords
- Animal Studies, Moose (Alces alces)