The elk mating season (rut) generally occurs from early September to mid-October. Bull elk bugle to announce their availability to females (cows) and to warn other bulls. When answered, bulls move toward one another and sometimes engage in battle where they crash their antlers together and wrestle for dominance. It is a dangerous time as bull elk will consider people and cars threats and charge. Always keep your distance and, if charged, retreat to shelter in a building or vehicle as quickly as

13 reactions | #DidYouKnow 歷 - It's officially elk mating season in #NewMexico. Breeding season usually starts in September and lasts until early November. During this time male elk, aka #bulls, will challenge each other to be able to mate with female #elk, aka #cows, in the harem.  Ryan Dominguez via KOAT | WVTM 13 | Facebook

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The majestic elk bugle echoes through the autumn nights. 🦌 In this season of excitement, bull elk fight, chase and scream at one another for the right to breed. Mating season is a stressful time for the animal, and the bugle may act as a physical release of tension. When visiting public lands this fall, stay at a safe distance while observing these moody bulls. They are unpredictable during this time of year and may change direction without warning. Stay at least 25 yards (two bus lengths) and

Love (hmmm?) is in the air as Bull elk bugle during the early morning and evening hours in Rocky Mountain National Park. During the months of September and October, the elk rut, or mating season, is happening. During this special time of the year, Bull elk are working to attract mates while asserting their dominance over other Bull elk. Listen to the deep tones that rise to a high-pitched series of calls. Have you heard an elk bugle yet this year? Elk viewing is a popular activity many enjoy thi