Bull Elk - Cervus canadensis

Bull Elk - Cervus canadensis

Bull Elk near a river. Bull elk work hard during the rut to first build status then to build a harem for mating. Often a younger male will build a sizable harem only to have it stolen from him by a larger and more formidable bull like this one. Jasper National Park in Alberta Canada. Shot with Pentax cameras and lenses.

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