This big elk is resting in a field in Yellowstone National Park. This photo was taken in late August of 2011.
As you can see, he has quite a rack on him and it appears to still be in velvet. The elk rut is just around the corner. That is the time when he will be gathering up his harem and warding off any bulls who want to take his harem away from him.
If you have never heard an elk bugle then you don't know what you are missing. It is a very distinct sound. If you ever once hear it, you will never mistake it when you hear it again.
By now, the first part of November, the bulls have collected their harems and the procreation of the species has been accomplished.
All that remains now is for the elk to survive the coming winter and wait until the spring when the calves begin to make their appearance in the park.
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