Primordial Instinct
by Marilyn L. Lindemann
Born in the ancient fires of elk instinct, is the urge to find, impress, & capture every female elk's interest within his range. Gloriously buff from grazing bountiful meadows, drinking from clear mountain streams, & sparing with rivals, he is in peak condition & regal to behold in his mature, antlered crown.
This is the season of restless search for conquest of females & duels with equally armed oppenents. Bugling announces his royal prescence & availability to father future generations as well as his availability to fight for the right to do so. This is the season of Primordial Instinct.