20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Rocky Mountain elk in rut
In the fall, the mating season of Rocky Mountain elks starts and the bulls make an incredible noise to attract the cows. For a month, they bearly feed or sleep, simply exhibiting how powerful and territorial they are.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2022 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2022 |
| Photo Location: | Wyoming, United States of America |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R5 |
| Copyright: | © Hector Cordero |