Episode 62

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.Chapters00:00 Preparing for the Adventure02:59 Excitement for Bear Camp05:59 Moose: The Majestic Creatures11:59 Vocalizations and Sounds of Moose17:58 Moose Behavior and Interactions21:01 The Deliberate Nature of Moose Behavior22:04 Moose Communication and Sounds23:39 Size Comparison: Chirus vs. Alaskan Moose25:41 Breeding Biology and Rutting Behavior27:15 Mark's Award-Winning Moose Book29:41 Comparative Moose Species: North America vs. Europe32:09 Photographing Moose: Techniques and Strategies41:01 Moose Sparring and Behavior Dynamics47:02 Environmental Portraits: Moose in Their Habitat52:36 Personal Moose Encounters and Stories01:07:18 The Challenge of Choosing Favorites01:08:00 Memorable Wildlife Encounters01:10:00 Adventures in Alaska01:12:46 The Thrill of the Chase01:15:59 Innovative Solutions in the Field01:19:07 Reflections on Moose Photography01:22:08 Unexpected Wildlife Encounters01:25:01 The Art of Wildlife Observation01:28:15 Comparing Moose and Elk01:30:01 The Journey of a Wildlife Photographer01:34:00 Looking Ahead to Future AdventuresThanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com and Canon USA.

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