‘Elk vs. Photographer’ Viral Video Carries Serious Backstory About Treating Wildlife

Petr Svab
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It happened in the Cataloochee Valley of Great Smoky Mountains National Park more than 2 years ago. Photographer James York was photographing elk from a distance when one young bull decided to come close—very close. York tried to act passively and put his head down and curled forward to protect himself from the animal’s antlers.

My first thoughts were 'wow, he's getting pretty damn close here.'
James York, photographer
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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