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Muskox Showdown

Season 1 Episode 3 | 2m 56s

In the scorching heat of the Norwegian summer, the leader of a muskox herd must move his harem to higher ground to escape the stifling valleys. But with this move comes the challenge of defending his rank in the upcoming muskox rut. As a rival male presents himself, a violent and intense battle ensues, with each using their thick skulls and massive bulk to try and outdo the other.

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