A young bull moose in Denali National Park, Alaska Sep 17, 2025

A young bull moose in Denali National Park, Alaska

He may be young, but these antlers speak of future battles. In Denali National Park, Alaska, a young bull moose lifts his head above the shrubs. At this stage, his antlers are more crown than weapon—still covered in velvet. But even now, they hint at a life shaped by instinct, sparring, and the quiet pull of dominance.

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