Reindeer and caribou are the only members of the deer family whose males and females both grow antlers. The two animals are closely related, but they are not identical and are classified as separate subspecies. While neither has been known to fly (except in Christmas stories), both animals are excellent swimmers.
What name is given to the protective skin that covers deer antlers while they grow?
A) Chamois
B) Moss
C) Parchment
D) Velvet
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