This episode is dedicated to the tallest land mammal in North America: the moose. Mark, Jason, and Ron delve into the fascinating world of moose, including their vocalizations and behaviours, along with some of the odd features of this species that make it stand out amongst the crowd. There’s light-hearted banter and insightful discussions about moose subspecies. They discuss the size differences between various moose subspecies, particularly the Shiras and Alaska-Yukon moose, and share insights from Mark's award-winning book on moose. The conversation also covers techniques for photographing moose in their natural habitats, the dynamics of moose sparring, and he challenges of capturing the perfect shot. Mark discusses images that sell the best from his 30 years of experience and also explores innovative solutions to outdoor challenges that many photographers face when trying to capture images of moose during different times of the year. As they look ahead to future adventures, the hosts emphasize the joy and privilege of wildlife photography and the stories that come with it.

Chapters

00:00 Preparing for the Adventure

02:59 Excitement for Bear Camp

05:59 Moose: The Majestic Creatures

11:59 Vocalizations and Sounds of Moose

17:58 Moose Behavior and Interactions

21:01 The Deliberate Nature of Moose Behavior

22:04 Moose Communication and Sounds

23:39 Size Comparison: Chirus vs. Alaskan Moose

25:41 Breeding Biology and Rutting Behavior

27:15 Mark's Award-Winning Moose Book

29:41 Comparative Moose Species: North America vs. Europe

32:09 Photographing Moose: Techniques and Strategies

41:01 Moose Sparring and Behavior Dynamics

47:02 Environmental Portraits: Moose in Their Habitat

52:36 Personal Moose Encounters and Stories

01:07:18 The Challenge of Choosing Favorites

01:08:00 Memorable Wildlife Encounters

01:10:00 Adventures in Alaska

01:12:46 The Thrill of the Chase

01:15:59 Innovative Solutions in the Field

01:19:07 Reflections on Moose Photography

01:22:08 Unexpected Wildlife Encounters

01:25:01 The Art of Wildlife Observation

01:28:15 Comparing Moose and Elk

01:30:01 The Journey of a Wildlife Photographer

01:34:00 Looking Ahead to Future Adventures

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