Late summer triggers the start of... the muskox rut.
His position of dominance must be defended in battle every year.
A rival male.
This challenger knows he is an equal match.
Presenting his broadside demonstrates his bulk...
The defender won't tolerate such insolence.
They charge at speeds over 30 miles per hour...
Despite having a skull thicker than a brick... and a brain smaller than a fist... these impacts cause lasting damage.
They're too evenly matched to end the fight quickly.
Instead, they try to throw their opponent off balance...
The defending male times it right.
It's enough to finish it.
His legacy is protected.
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