Elk Rivalry



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During the mating season, a bull elk, or wapiti, must defend his harem of females from rival males. The opponents lock antlers and attempt to push each other away. With their large size and sharp points, the antlers are formidable weapons capable of inflicting serious injury to the loser.

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