15th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Locking Antlers
Two young bull elk locking antlers during the fall rut (mating season) in Rocky Mountain National Park. These two looked more like they were practicing than actually battling. The alpha male in this herd had his harem secured nearby. He was not concerned with this fight between these younger rivals.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2016 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2017 |
| Photo Location: | Estes Park, Colorado, United States of America |
| Copyright: | © Rob Lantz |