Occurred on August 17, 2020 / Colorado, USA
Info from Licensor: "In August of 2020, I was hiking thru an Open Space in Larimer County. East of Estes Park Colorado. I was taking photos and heard a rustling behind where I was standing. I turned to see these two male Western Rattlesnakes dueling and sparring for superiority. They continued to spar for almost 15 minutes and traveled over 30 feet while sparring. The taller snake finally won the duel. I was and still am in awe of the beauty of this event. When I got home and as I researched what I had seen - it became even more inspirational. These two met each other while tracking a female and the winner of the sparring contest continues to track the female. The loser goes their own way with just their pride bruised. I was not aware that there was a female close and am very thankful that I did not run into her while videoing this. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did witnessing this spectacular event."
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