Rutting, also known as mating season, runs between mid-August through mid-October. During this time, male elk are more aggressive and territorial.

According to Cannon Beach’s website, elk sightings are most common during the quiet seasons in the early morning or late evening. Male elks fight to establish dominance and earn the right to mate.

A man asked an elk if it wanted to fight on a Colorado road, and the elk instantly answered by ramming the front tire of his car.

HAMILTON — Craig Jourdonnais was amazed when he stumbled upon what might be “Fight Club” for young bull elk.