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Elk

Elk: I venture into mountain meadows and forests, seeking to capture their majestic antlers and powerful forms. Photographing their rutting rituals and social interactions is a thrilling experience. I explore their habitats, documenting their seasonal migrations and grazing patterns. Their vital role in shaping forest ecosystems and their iconic calls resonate deeply with me. I strive to portray their wild beauty and resilience.

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Cow Elk With Drooped Ears in Boxley Valley

January 21, 2026November 18, 2025 by Steve Creek
A cow elk with drooped ears stands in a foggy field while urinating and licking her nose in Boxley Valley, Arkansas.

A cow elk with drooped ears urinates in a foggy Boxley Valley field. I photographed her on a cool November morning as the herd moved through.

Categories Elk Tags Arkansas Wildlife, Boxley Valley, cow elk, drooped ears, elk behavior, Wildlife Photography 2 Comments

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Cow Elk Nursing Her Calf on a Cool Morning

January 21, 2026November 9, 2025 by Steve Creek
Cow elk standing in a field with her calf nursing on a cool November morning

I photographed a cow elk nursing her calf in Boxley Valley, Arkansas, on a cool November morning. See my Wildlife and Photography Notes.

Categories Elk Tags Arkansas Wildlife, Boxley Valley, buffalo national river, Calf, Canon R5, cow elk, elk, fall, nursing behavior, Wildlife Photography 2 Comments

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Mature Bull Elk Sparring in Boxley Valley Arkansas

January 21, 2026November 8, 2025 by Steve Creek
Two mature bull elk sparring in foggy Boxley Valley field

I photographed mature bull elk sparring in foggy Boxley Valley, Arkansas. See how their behavior changes after the rut and why it matters.

Categories Elk Tags Arkansas, Boxley Valley, bull elk, Canon R5, elk, fog, RF 200-800mm, rut, sparring, Wildlife behavior

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Young Bull Elk Sparring in Boxley Valley | Arkansas Elk Behavior

January 21, 2026November 7, 2025 by Steve Creek
Two young bull elk sparring in foggy Boxley Valley, Arkansas meadow.

I photographed young bull elk sparring in Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes about this foggy November morning.

Categories Elk Tags Arkansas Wildlife, Boxley Valley, buffalo national river, Canon R5, elk, Fog photography, RF 200-800mm lens, sparring, Wildlife behavior, young bull elk
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