Big Bull Moose Finds Out There is Someone BIGGER

[@13c11a]

Simply wonderful footage. Thanks for posting it.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

You are most welcome. Part 2 of same encounter is this Saturday.

[@alaakela]

Thank you for not adding music or talking. Fantastic video.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

you're welcome, we're finding the no narration approach to work better. There will still be some here and there with music or narration, but mostly, just the audio from the scene we filmed will be presented.

[@mjackson780]

What was that roaring sound in the background? A freeway or water or what?

[@miaminative6260]

Absolutely magnificent creatures!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They sure are, and I've always wanted to ride one. Their backs don't move despite their terrain. Graceful despite their ungainly appearance. Thanks for watching Miami!

[@john-brady]

Who needs prehistoric animals when we have such marvelous, extraordinary giants still walking the earth?

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

agreed!

[@JuandeFucaU]

moose ARE prehistoric animals....... they've been around for about a half million years..... much longer than the whole history of homo sapiens.

[@InsideTheStadium]

God's and his creations are absolutely perfect and beautiful in everyday. All tgese oarts tgat make tgis one amazing animal, I agree, this is beayty

[@jackysjournals6320]

@@InsideTheStadiumGod’s and whose creations?

[@btv914]

Really would love seeing a wolly mammoth

[@lynnclark4208]

No narration makes the drama a little more realistic.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks Lynn. I think the action spoke for itself too.

[@sandyjuntunen4088]

Yes! I get so disgusted with music and talking over everything.

[@metaparcel]

Not really

[@deborahwarrick4344]

Wow! Just beautiful ❤ Those are some big dudes.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They don't get much bigger Deborah! Thanks for watching.

[@troyqueen9503]

@@MooseManNaturePhotosupwards of 1400-1600lbs

[@Takeakidfishin]

Now that would be a HEAVYWEIGHT fight!!! FT23 has such a MENACING look to him, but I can honestly say that OTG didn't look too intimidated though. I'll admit I was hoping for them to clash, but then again, I wouldn't want to see either one get injured. AWESOME capture once again. Thank you for all that team MOOSEMAN does to keep us MOOSE LOVERS entertained!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks so much, TaKF! Yes, Oscar is no slouch and the look on his face when he first got those bugged out eyes on FT23 says it all. GULP! OOOPS! And 23 certainly demonstrated how confident and mature he's become with that stroll on by with his slight wag...he exuded power. It's as if he had wagged his finger at Oscar, don't let me catch you on my turf again. And don't you love how a whine is accepted as submission and that's it? Nothing ever erupts after a whine. Humans could learn from these amazing beasts. Love your enthusiasm here and we thank you so much for adding to the channel!

[@Takeakidfishin]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos Totally agree about the human reference. You guys are TRULY welcome and it's my pleasure!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

@@Takeakidfishin It's mutual. We really love having you here!

[@rorycraft5453]

If some cows had been around there may have been a rumble.

[@Takeakidfishin]

@@rorycraft5453 Agree!!!

[@kathydavenport4422]

Incredible amazing. We have beautiful creatures on our planet. Blessings Be. Thank you for sharing. Enjoyed

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Nice comment, thank you for watching.

[@bronnylowke409]

So impressive! Those antlers are incredible.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Big bulls for sure! thanks for watching.

[@RosaGamboa-u1f]

I've been about twenty feet to a bull moose. I was definitely impressed by the size but really frightened seeing since I came upon it suddenly while hiking in Yellowstone National Park. I backed off slowly and it looked at me but did not present any threatening behavior. I've learned my lesson not to hike alone and be prepared for just about anything. Great footage.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They are generally docile animals and if left alone, given their space, (like any wild animal) they tend to just mind their own business. During the rut is when hormones can make things a little dicier, but even then they just want space. Thanks for the comment Rosa.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Nice story, thanks for sharing with us all.

[@margaretstutts4362]

I’m sure that was scary. Unless they’re in rut I don’t think they would attack but I would try to back away slowly. At least you didn’t surprise a mom bear. Yeah alone is never good. I had a shark encounter in the Gulf of Mexico alone. Learned my lesson too.

[@chrisbennett1243]

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[@TheGreyRider-p5z]

I got treed by a big bull in Yellowstone in 1982 when I was 15. I was out fishing the Yellowstone river, came around a bend and there it was. I started to back away and it followed me while snorting and shaking his head a bit. When I had backed far enough to make it to a tree I bolted. I made it up but he hung around the base of the tree for about a half hour. He slowly made his way back the way he'd come when he (we) heard my Dad and Brother around the bend talking while heading in our direction. They didn't know what they were walking into so I yelled a warning and they yelled back. The moose didn't like it and faded back. I'll never forget that initial shock of rounding the bend and that big bad boy standing 50ft away eyeballing me. 58 now. I had respect for them then and do still. So many Idiots don't nowadays. Walk right up to Moose, Elk, Bison and even Grizzly bears. The big boy never really acted aggressive, more like mild curiosity but I didn't take any chances. I hauled ass!

[@americangirl-]

The most beautiful Bull I've ever seen & I'm from Sugarloaf Maine in the Valley....God's beautiful creation...

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

We have some stunningly handsome bulls here in the northeast (we live in NH) but these bulls in the Alaska Yukon are the largest of all subspecies in the world. They are huge! Thanks for watching these amazing moose.

[@boston1450]

I was in Bangor Me & heading across the "Airline" Rt9 Bangor to Calais Me & half way there I came across a Monster moose. Beautiful animal.... In the 90s I hit one just north of Lincoln Me on i95 years back in my 18wheeler. Did 25000,00 worth of damage. Sad day for moose

[@charlotteryner6583]

He is magnificent! Thank you for posting. 😊

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching!

[@sindeeperkins3568]

UM!!! Do you think he's jealous? Outstanding beast. I sincerely hope they both have a long peaceful life, WOW!!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

He's just saying who is boss. The rut behavior is fantastic.

[@eeltenaj19]

Can you imagine the strength needed to carry those antlers. Wow! Phenominal beasts. Beautiful 😊

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

I know, right? They are amazing.

[@VincentPope-hy3qb]

Nature simply takes the breath 🫁 away 😮❤.

[@wimpy6090]

Those are some BIG boys! Love it!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching, we're glad you liked it!

[@granmabern5283]

Beautiful! Thankyou!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

most welcome, thanks for watching.

[@RaisedinAlaska]

Oscar looked huge until flat top showed up. Great footage.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

I know! He's no slouch! But I love how his eyes bugged out of his head when he saw FT...👀😳It was a fun morning, wasn't it?

[@RaisedinAlaska]

@ It was an awesome morning. 🎉

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

@@RaisedinAlaska If I had been at the movies I'd have been plowing down the popcorn in anticipation! 😁🍿

[@RaisedinAlaska]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos Yes, I thought we were in for a battle that morning. 🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@davidhowe6905]

Lovely! I've only once seen a wild bull moose (Canadian Rockies). I took a few photos with a 400 mm lens; not ideal, as he was facing away from me, his head down. However, when I put the metal lens cap back on, he heard it and looked round, even though I was about 100 metres away (according to the lens), and I was able to get a couple of better shots, before continuing on my way, keeping my distance, while he watched me. I still remember the thrill of this, even though it was 45 years ago!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

With you for a lifetime, I remember encounters from back in the 80s for sure.

[@cher3256]

They are such a beautiful animal,so majestic!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

And they're HUGE out there in AK cher! Thanks for watching

[@RolfeK]

At first Oscar's like, "The heck with you, I'm eatin' leaves. You know where to find me."

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

HAHA actually it was more like um...yeah, don't mind me, I'm just over here being a Good Boy eating my veggies. HA. After he whined. FT said yeah...no. You best be on your way, now. And made certain Oscar got the message to GIT. Thanks for watching!

[@JeannetteReed]

My favorites are like this! Let alone simply filmed the animals do exactly what I want to see. Thx!!🎉

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

wonderful comment. thank you

[@terryhelin5199]

This as always was truly beautiful.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

HI Terry! Part 2 of same encounter, seen from my (Rick's) camera angle is this Saturday, hope you get to see it.

[@fallon3136]

Agree! No narrator & music make this SO much better!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

totally agree!!

[@PrincessNicEssus]

My 100lb Malinois freaked out over the vocalizations and left the room! 😂

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Now that is funny!

[@procrastinator41]

My cats are looking for the intruder 😆

[@PrincessNicEssus]

@@procrastinator41 That's hilarious! I'm thinking of those vids which show cats taking on bears, coyotes and all kinds of crazy wildlife and after the "intruders" have ran away the cats strutting around like, yeah you better run!

[@kathyshoemaker2915]

Wow. Thank you for sharing. Magnificent animals ❤

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks for watching Kathy

[@Jjchg]

So gorgeous! TY!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Most welcome. Merry Christmas.

[@stefank7144]

Magnificent beasts.. i seen them live in Alaska and also in Idaho...huge up close

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

So exciting to film them, thanks for watching.

[@thegreencat9947]

Idaho....oh yeah.

[@smm2476]

Agreed, seeing they in video does not due their size justice.

[@karenforrester5913]

Love It. Thank you again.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks Karen!

[@geraldinegour]

Majestic.

[@-.-4]

That was very interesting! Thank you. Be safe out there.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching, and yes, safety first!

[@cwavt8849]

Photography has come so far since my youth. This is much higher quality than Disney and National Geographic was putting out. Thank you for sharing

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

The gear available today is crazy. But you still have to put in the miles and execute. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it very much.

[@cwavt8849]

@MooseManNaturePhotos I know that it takes someone totally dedicated to their craft and the animals they capture to be able to get footage like you put out But it takes more than skill as a photographer, hard work and sacrifice, it takes knowledge of the animals themselves and that only comes from many, Many cold, hot, wet, boggy, insect infested, overgrown, dangerously too close encounters and the risk being attacked by either the animals you are there to capture on film or they animals that prey upon them. It also means time away from family and friends. The costs, both financially and personal, to be as good as you are stand as a tremendous credit to those of you who capture the beauty and majesty of nature for the rest of us. My thank you is heartfelt and huge

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

@@cwavt8849 That is truly a beautiful and heartfelt comment, one that is taken with as much gratitude as was meant to convey. My husband Rick answered your first comment, I, Libby, am honored to respond to this one. Luckily we work as a team often splitting up to better cover animals/an area, but both of us are equally passionate and dedicated to our love of wildlife and hopefully, through our lenses and experiences, educate those who may misunderstand or simply have no knowledge of these amazing animals. So at least we're not separated for months while one does the work. You're so right, too; we about become honorary biologists for all the hours and weeks we spend observing and documenting the behaviors, and the wilderness of these wild animals, whether it be moose or hummingbirds. If it's wild, it's getting filmed! We thank you very much for watching and for your most kind words.

[@cwavt8849]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos What a fortunate man to have a wife so supportive and in step with his interests and what a blessed woman to have a husband that has the same interests so that he can be there to protect his wife while the two of you, together, build a legacy. You are blessed to have each other and the rest of us are blessed by the work that you do. Thank you

[@goanna2012]

What a beautiful animal 😮❤

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They are tremendous beasts.

[@sgrvtl7183]

Interesting to watch their behavior, Lucky you to be out there first-hand witness!! Thank you for sharing!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Most welcome , and thanks for the watch. This was a super fun encounter, there are so many hours with no action, then seems out of no where, we get to hit record.

[@JuneWood-qh5py]

I’m truly humbled by these great creatures my heart is overwhelmed being able to see them in their natural habitat it’s amazing to me that these animals can get so incredibly large and powerful by eating plants scrubs and grasses thank you for the awe inspiring videos just simply perfect but not simple

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks so much June, we really appreciate you watching and subscribing. These amazing animals are quite docile and tolerant given space, as is any wild animal. We so appreciate them letting us in their world to document them. We're coming on 10 years in the fall for the Alaska moose rut. And we are grateful for every moment and encounter. Thanks for finding us!

[@dwightdixon8508]

Magnificent creatures

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They are magnificent, and when you study them during the annual rut, there is intensity, other parts of the year they are much more gentle, just feeding and resting most of the time.

[@Marman56-k5f]

What magnificent creatures! Thank you for the video.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching, these moose are amazing! Glad you are joining us for fun moose footage and adventures.

[@patrickgarrison7640]

Those are two of the biggest bullwinkles I've ever seen - wow.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks for watching, it was a great encounter.

[@348Tobico]

Poor #23, with his head tipping and moans JUST WANTED A WRESTLING MATCH!! Oscar has a fine tuned defense strategy--- retreat. Great to see such pecking order behavior in practice and no bloodshed. Excellent footage. Many thanks.

[@FernCurtis]

Actually, that is Oscar that is moaning, letting FT23 that he doesn’t want to engage.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching, Tobico! And for the kind words. FT23 came wagging in to intimidate Oscar and it worked. Oscar took one look at that rack and about swallowed his tongue. He whined right away. He'd been a real hothead earlier and FT just did a slow walk by him to suggest that any contest would be no contest. Funny that Oscar didn't leave right away; he snuck around in the woods and FT had to further put a point on it by showing himself. I can SEE you!! Isn't it honorable to realize that a whimper is the same as calling uncle, raising a white flag, and it's respected by the other bull? We humans can learn something from them.

[@maryannstout7600]

Look at the spread of those amazing antlers!!! Wow!!! I’m glad they didn’t fight. They are so grandiose. I’m incredibly awestruck.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Hi Mary. Wasn't that fun? New videos every Wed and Sat :)

[@kizzmitten1]

Fantastic! Thank you

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks so much for watching! We appreciate your support. We love sharing this adventure we've been on for 9 years.

[@ebinmaine]

I have the pleasure of seeing moose occasionally. Obviously the vast majority are regular sized. Over the years I've seen two that were absolute giants. One was on Route 17 just south of Rangeley, Maine, on the Height of Land. The other was in Crawford Notch New Hampshire. The first one was in broad daylight and I got a good look at it even though it was walking away. Even for someone who's seen quite a few dozen moose it was startling. The one up in Crawford notch however, it was extremely early in the morning like right when the first break of daylight is coming. It was standing beside another moose. It was so big I honestly thought it was fake for a bit.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Yes, our New England moose are big, bigger than the Rocky Mountain subspecies. We live in NH but the moose we video are mostly Alaska moose, (we do have the occasional Maine/NH bulls in here too.) AK bulls are the largest of all the subspecies. Thanks for watching and for the comment.

[@ebinmaine]

@MooseManNaturePhotos thanks for making and posting the videos!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

@@ebinmaine You are most welcome!

[@kerryalbritton6532]

Wow! Magnificent Moose video ❤️

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

we appreciate you taking the time to watch.

[@jeremymanning2132]

Magnificent creatures beautifully filmed. 👍👍

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

We appreciate this comment from you. Yes, it is our passion and we love to share it with others.

[@GhostFishSlayer]

Absolute units! Thanks for sharing the experience!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

You are very welcome, I appreciate you watching.

[@michelelyons9410]

That's nature! There is ALWAYS someone bigger! these are magnificent animals.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Correct. We appreciate you watching, Happy New Year.

[@kenmilne2379]

What lovely huge beasties !! Was Oscar wimping out !? Saying he's tooo tired for a wrestle right now !! 😂❤

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

you're right Oscar was definitely whining and declining.

[@MargaretChapman-k1y]

No fight, just respect for the boss and a bit of whinging. Marvellous video. Thank you.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Most welcome, glad you enjoyed it. It was a pleasure to produce this one and share it with you.

[@wolfgangrittner6637]

Its all about respect! I learned about it today! lol Thank you Oscar and FT23! Some real Movie Stars!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Wow, you "get it". Thanks for watching and being part of the fun on here. New vids Wed and Sat every week

[@wolfgangrittner6637]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos can't wait! Thank you sir!

[@mahaliaheartburn9577]

This truly was entertaining! Oscar looked very deflated while chewing!😁 Speaking of narration - just as you like it, and the most comfortable way for you, please do not generate more work for you. I like both, with or without. There´s no way to please everybody!😘🧡

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks so much Mahalia.🥰 The narration bit is an experiment to see if we get better viewing from the algorithm gods. It is how we finance our trips to AK after all so...we bend. As for Oscar and 23 here? wow, huh? What a show of confident and cool strength on 23's part as he slowly walked by Oscar who whined submission (while eating, too funny). Smart of Oscar...that would not be an even match even though Oscar is a big boy! We hope to see Oscar again in the fall. He's a cool bull. 🫎🥰

[@stephanietribuna8591]

Wow! Great footage!!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks much!!

[@widndn]

Beautiful, thanks.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

You're welcome, and thanks for watching!

[@madeforpaper9306]

all I can say is wow! Wonderful video. FT23, huge bull moose. Those horns are scary.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Very big bull for sure, thank you for watching. We post new videos each Wednesday and Saturday

[@graymcgoldrick8388]

Amazing and breathtaking to see. Thdnk you 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🖖😊

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Glad you enjoyed it, THANK YOU. We love sharing our adventures.

[@kevinharrington2078]

Me thinks Oscar just gained some intelligence by walking away

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

big time

[@karengilchrist9774]

They are both so beautiful!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thank you Karen, appreciate you watching, those are two prime examples of dominant bull moose.

[@DTM45]

Those are two beautiful animals.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks, we appreciate the watch.

[@micheleobrien64]

Hes so gorgeous!❤

[@sf-gs3iz]

I just bought two photos of 3bear cubs sleeping from you guys. I live in NH and bought them in shop in lebenon. Thanks great stuff

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

HI There, thanks so much. You must have been in W Leb at the Powerhouse Mall. We appreciate that. Merry Christmas and enjoy.

[@sf-gs3iz]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos that is correct. I live in sunapee and have seen your name somewhere. I would like to look at your other pictures

[@Dan.d649]

Wow!!!! Now these two look rather menacing to other bulls. It looks like "Oscar the Grouch" is pretty much poised for a foreseeable battle, but however "FT23", is not too fazed at all. He gives quite a challenging and beastly appearance nearby. Towards the end, "FT23" finds a rather relaxing mode all to himself and probably thinks about this possible forthcoming battle later. Thank you once again for this awesome capture!!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

We love how enthusiastic you are on here Dan. Thank you for being such a cool part of the fun. Oscar thought he was King until the big boy showed up.

[@marcd1981]

Thank you for the video, that was nice to just watch the two of them and listen to the sounds of both them and the nature all around them. What was really amazing to me was between 4:00 and 4:30 of the video, it sounds like a person was making the sounds we heard FT23 making! That was crazy.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

So glad you enjoyed it, and that was all moose talking, it's awesome when they vocalize.

[@PappyNet01]

I couldn't see a discernible size difference. Great film, thanks for sharing it.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

The one who walked in on him is over 70 inches wide, that's a HUGE bull. Both nice bulls but only one of them had the confidence that day

[@rajr1032]

Great video. Thanks.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

You're welcome. thanks for watching. Part 2 this Saturday

[@donrobertson4611]

I'm just astonished that they grow such massive horns every year, and then just shed them!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

It is fascinating for sure, antlers begin to grow in late March and growth finishes late August, they use them during the rut, but by early winter, the big bulls drop theirs, young bulls retain them a few more months.

[@cooleyerandl7409]

We have a great population here in Québec. Much respect for these giants.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They deserve respect. They aren't out to kill us. But they can if we put them there!

[@zentierra7803]

My first thought is that it must not be mating season yet...so no actual need to fight. The other thing that struck me were the vocalizations! At first, I thought the mike was picking up some large cat nearby, because it kind of sounded like that "cat-wail," but then there were more vocalizations, from both bulls, as well as some intriguing behaviors...in fact, their whole interaction looked like a peaceable dominance display and resolution "dance", if you will. This was a fascinating thing to see and hear. Thank you!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

You are most welcome. I enjoyed your comment very much. It was filmed at the start of the rut (mating season). If those two bulls would have been more equal in size and strength, there may have been a fight right there and then. The smaller bull let out that "whine" sound, sending a message to the larger bull he was declining the invite to fight. When a bull is not going to escalate things to a fight, they whine, and often turn away and retreat. But in this case, Oscar just whined and kept eating, lol

[@eewillyte6162]

The smaller moose said “I’m just going to stay over here and mind my business “ lol .

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

pretty much, he knew better.

[@jesseostone386]

FT 23 has a very impressive set of antlers! 👍🏼

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

He's got the largest set we've even seen.

[@orchidsluv]

Stunning!!

[@AJMPOPS]

I suspect they’re familiar with each other. Those are some majestic looking beasts.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks for watching.

[@cynthiasmith4130]

Just stunning!!!!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thank you Cynthia!

[@DoloresGenaille]

Gorgeous clip!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

So glad you enjoyed it, thanks for being part of our adventures.

[@leehranicka3689]

Now, that’s IMPRESSIVE!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks for watching and commenting. Part 2 is this Saturday

[@Scarlet-Bonez]

Oscar the Grouch. You'd be grouchy too if you carried horns like that on your head all the time! 😂😂

[@mommiedearest5337]

That’s a good steady hand on that camera! Very nice views.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks, most of our filming is hand held.

[@Morwenna21]

WOW, that was amazing to watch! Thank you for sharing. I noticed that you have responded to many of the comments, which is encouraging - thank you, again. Just subscribed.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Love this comment. We try our best to get to most of them. We enjoy the connections we make doing so. We want this to be a fun and interesting experience for our viewers. This is our life's work. thanks for joining us and welcome aboard. Wednesday and Saturday are new video days, the rest of the days are photos posted in our "community" section.

[@Morwenna21]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos Many thanks!

[@raynyhus2026]

Those are some nice bulls.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Couple of beauties, that smaller 3x3 is nice but the big 70 inch dude is just too much for him

[@silentbuccaneer4569]

Who knew that a big moose could sound an awful lot like a pissed off cat.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

that whine of submission is strange indeed.

[@oldpolak5203]

Thzt whining was a cow moose calling

[@stefanjeffers7445]

How close were these shots? Excellent quality BTW.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

safe distance filming, very high resolution cameras. thanks for watching

[@janettetippetts7942]

Both of these animals are majestic! Wow! What an experience that must have been. I couldn't actually tell which animal was bigger. I could see that one of them had larger head gear, but which one had the bulkier body/longer legs? Thank you so much for sharing these magnificent animals with us!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching, Janette. Yes, these are both big animals, the one we call Oscar the Grouch is a tank, and the other, FT23, is taller but much wider of rack. We thought it was a riot how Oscar about swallowed his tongue when he first saw FT come around the corner wagging. He started whining right then. So cool that once a bull whines submission there is no further escalation, it is decided. FT just wanted to be sure he moved on out of the area after that. Gotta love nature!

[@PatOD75]

These poor guys can't lay their heads down on their sides when they sleep because of those giant antlers. That would suck. I'm such a side sleeper.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Lol, we do watch them rest sometimes, they lay those antlers right on the ground, but only for a few minutes at a time.

[@Heretowatchstuff]

Moose sound way different than I thought.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They make several different sounds, great stuff

[@MegPier]

Wow! This is INCREDIBLE! I am shocked no one has asked you this but how do capture footage like this? How close are you? Are you in a blind? How long have you been doing this? Do you ever get scared? I'd love to know more about the couple behind the lens! Thanks for sharing. I also enjoy all the stories in the comments

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Hi Meg. Thanks for the great comment and inquiry. I (Rick Libbey) can chime in here. We ae working on a documentary about us, but here's some of the story. My wife and I live in New Hampshire 9 months a year, for for three glorious months we live and Alaska, and have for the last 10 years straight. We film moose every day for 90 days, rain or shine. We're both in our 70's and we continue to hike a few hundred miles each fall, no sign of stopping yet. We use telephoto lenses and work from safe distances. We are not in a blind, we hike the same area annually, and see the same moose to connect the stories. We are thrilled that you are joining in on the fun. Rick & Libby Libbey

[@MegPier]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos Rick, thanks so much for sharing some of your & Libby's story! I just love it! In an age where so much travel is superficial, I find it meaningful that you return to the same area and really develop a relationship with the Place and its inhabitants. The awesomeness of these creatures is something most people wont get to experience firsthand, and you are contributing to a sense of wonder the world really needs now. I myself am a 65 year old video creator (of an entirely different sort) and I love that our generation is embracing the digital world to contribute really authentic and enlightening content. I look forward to seeing your documentary when its released! BTW, I went to college many years ago in the only Henniker on earth! 😉

[@paulhawkins2380]

Hi, those horns/antlers do they fall off at a certain time of the year/season, or do they reach a maturity and stop glowing. Those 2 sets are the best I have ever seen in vido clips!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for the great question, yes, the antlers fall off, usually in late winter or early spring, and they grow back anew. Older bulls lose them first, sometimes early winter, where young bulls may still be carrying going into spring, but they all fall off annually. Prime years for a set of antlers can be from age 5-12, after that they will decline in size

[@reneelorraine]

Wow, Thank you

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

You bet! Thanks for watching. New videos each Wednesday and Saturday. Happy New Year

[@Bob-r1d7n]

He looked at the cameraman as if to say,” you think I’m crazy”.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They do you you that side eye.

[@murphy4yt]

Thanks for posting this magnificent footage. We have moose in Colorado, too, but these guys make ours look sick.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Hello and thanks for watching. The Colorado moose species is the "Shiras" moose, the smallest of the four sub species in North America. But, they are still big animals as you know. Thanks for being with us.

[@angela3196]

Those antlers must weigh a ton, well, no, but they look heavy. What a magnificent animal ❤

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching Angela. Good thing they have those strong neck muscles, they are such amazing beasts.

[@SlingbladeJim]

" man these antlers are heavy.....hey Larry are yours heavy too ?? "

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

too funny

[@kathycuster1714]

I love moose!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

us too, thanks

[@smm2476]

They were having quite the conversation.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

The rut brings out all this interesting behavior and vocalizations.

[@Audulf-of-Frisia]

Majestic huge animals.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Mighty big beasts for sure! thanks for watching.

[@yourstruly5289]

Awesome video! Subscribed. Yours Truly

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Thanks for watching and subscribing. It's gonna be a long winter! We appreciate you joining us.

[@bigjoe8922]

FT 23 was doing his Bruce Lee impersonation

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

thanks for watching, he is the boss.

[@maddogmattas8648]

Amazing animals

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Incredible beasts.

[@karidennis6154]

Wow

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Really appreciate you watching. thanks

[@goanna2012]

Looks friendly ❤

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

They can be, but in the fall we have to be careful when those hormones are raging. Moose are fun.

[@Oldschoolrules123]

Just the strength of the neck muscles to hold up those massive antlers 🫎.

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

exactly

[@michaelboom7704]

I will have to adjust to no narration, it will take some time!

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

It's an experiment to see how the gods of algorithms handles it, Michael. I prefer to narrate but apparently it's not paying the bills, so we bend. For the time being. Thanks for the comment!

[@michaelboom7704]

@@MooseManNaturePhotos totally understand!

[@sarimento1]

Great! Did you say this was seen in Alaska? Where?

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

HI there, we film in South Central Alaska, thanks for watching.

[@JayceeWedmak]

Handsome boys!! ❤

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

Yes, they are a couple of beauties for sure. Appreciate you watching.

[@JayceeWedmak]

​@MooseManNaturePhotos, I enjoy eating Bambi and Bullwinkle, but I can't go after them - seeing them like this is why. I contribute ducks, geese, turkey etc to our wild meat exchanges.

[@thepsyc_one4245]

Please be careful around these monsters. And keep up the wonderful videos

[@MooseManNaturePhotos]

We're always very cautious, thanks for the note! Safety first.