About this episode
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 Thanks 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.