Yellowstone National Park Issues Dire Warning Of ‘Danger’ To Tourists

It’s elk calving season—a thrilling time when female elk give birth to their adorable calves in spring. From May to early July in North America, these majestic creatures find secluded spots in forests or grasslands to deliver their young. The newborn calves sport spotted coats and quickly learn to stand and walk within hours. During this season, elk mothers are fiercely protective, defending their vulnerable offspring from predators like wolves, bears, mountain lions, and dumb tourists.

It’s the last of these predatory threats that prompted Yellowstone National Park to issue a dire warning to all that will visit the park this season.