These two bulls appeared to be getting an early start on the rut as they sized each other up. The smaller one on the left would come up, raise its head and crowd the other. The big guy was of course not intimidated one bit and stood its ground. After a few times of this, the younger one decided he might be wiser picking on someone his own size.

Taken in Rocky Mountain National Park on August 7.

Two Elk bulls appear to be sizing each other up in preparation for the coming rut.  (© Tony’s Takes)
Two Elk bulls appear to be sizing each other up in preparation for the coming rut. (© Tony’s Takes)

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