Why you should steer clear of amorous elk

Spring may be the season for birds and bees, but autumn is the time of year when male elk become aggressive in their competition for mates. James McCormick, a human-wildlife coexistence specialist with Parks Canada, shares some warning signs that can keep you safe.

CORRECTION: A previous version of this video incorrectly identified the animals shown from 0:00 to 0:07 and 1:48 to 1:59 as elk when they are in fact deer. That video has been removed.

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