Elk in Lamar Valley
Bull elks can weigh up to 700 lbs. the bull elk can be 5 feet high at the shoulder and 5 to almost 9 feet in length.
This photo was taken in the spring, the bull elk is just starting to grow his antlers which is called "in velvet". The elk will "shed" it's velvet in the fall, it's a signal that the "rut" or "mating", season is soon to begin.