17th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
NW Elk 1: Cascades NW Trek Elk herd - Antlers and branches
When their new antlers grow each year, male deer start trying to enhance their looks to compete for prestige, eventually hoping for male dominance in an all-female herd. A big-antlered male might start by posing before spectacular scenery.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 12.2017 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2019 |
| Photo Location: | Eatonville, Washington, United States of America |
| Camera: | NIKON D800 |
| Copyright: | © Ter Ellingson |