Bull elk in sage brush with large rack of antlers during the fall rut (mating season). This bull elk has sparred with other bulls to establish his harem of females with which he hopes to mate. Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
Image: 19718
Species: Cervus canadensis
Common name: Elk
Location: Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
Lat/Long: 44° 57' 57.88"N, 110° 41' 27.56"W (Coordinates: 44.96608°, -110.69099°)
Format: Digital 3:2
Other Names: wapiti
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