European moose | mammal | Britannica
moose, (Alces alces), largest member of the deer family Cervidae (order Artiodactyla). Moose are striking in appearance because of their towering size, black colour, long legs, pendulous muzzle, and dangling hairy dewlap (called a bell) and the immense, wide, flat antlers of old bulls.
6 Different Types of Moose - NatureNibble
2022年5月26日 · There is some debate as to whether the Eurasian moose is a moose or an elk, which is why you may see it referred to as the Eurasian or European elk. There are 2 million of them across northern parts of Europe and Asia (from Siberia to Finland and Norway).
8 Types of Moose: Species, Facts and Photos - TRVST
2023年11月16日 · European Moose (Alces alces alces) The European Moose, also known as Eurasian Elk, lives in the heart of Northern Europe. This moose has expansive antlers that can stretch up to six feet. Moreover, they are a medium-sized subspecies, weighing up to 1000 pounds and standing up to seven feet tall.
Moose | Habitat, Size, Weight, Diet, Antlers, & Facts | Britannica
2024年10月3日 · Moose, largest member of the deer family Cervidae. Moose are striking in appearance because of their towering size, long legs, and pendulous muzzle and the immense, wide, flat antlers of old bulls. Learn more about moose habitat, range, size, and diet in this article.
ADW: Alces alces: INFORMATION
Alces alces, commonly called moose in North America and Eurasian elk in Europe, have a circumpolar distribution in the boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere.
Moose - Key Facts, Information & Habitat - Animal Corner
The smallest type of moose is the European moose (Alces alces alces), which weighs 350 kilograms (770 pounds) in males and 310 kilograms (683 pounds) in females. The male moose will drop its antlers after the mating season and conserve energy for the winter. Their antlers regrow in the spring.
Moose - National Geographic
Meet the generally gentle giant that is surprisingly fleet of foot. Discover how moose are at equally at home on land and in water.
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2016年3月14日 · In Europe moose are found in the north and east of the continent. Norway, Sweden, Finland, Latvia, Estonia, Poland, Czech Republic, Belarus, Ukraine and Russia are all known to hold moose populations. The moose’s range has shrunk in both North America and Europe due to habitat loss and hunting.
Moose - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
They are also found in large numbers in northern European countries and throughout Russia. Some populations of moose (especially in Europe) migrate, however, others remain in one area throughout the year. Moose typically inhabit boreal forests …
moose summary | Britannica
moose, Largest species (Alces alces) in the deer family (Cervidae), found in northern North America and Eurasia. It is called elk in Europe. Moose have long legs, a bulbous and mobile muzzle, short neck and tail, and a brown, shaggy, coarse coat.