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Moose
The word "moose" is said to be from "mus" of the Native American Algonquian family of languages. The largest of the deer family, Cervidae, Alces alces americanus have a distribution in the boreal forests of Alaska and Canada, but extend southward down the Rocky Mountains into Utah and Colorado.
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In my exploration of moose dietary habits, I've found that while moose are primarily herbivores and graze on various plants like shrubs, grasses, and aquatic vegetation, they are not typically known to consume algae as a significant part of their diet. Moose tend to feed on terrestrial vegetation, especially in forested environments. However, in certain circumstances, moose might inadvertently ingest small amounts of algae if it's present on the plants or aquatic vegetation they consume. Most of their diet consists of woody plants, buds, and aquatic vegetation rather than algae. It's fascinating how the dietary preferences of these majestic creatures contribute to their survival in diverse ecosystems. #MooseDiet #Herbivores #WildlifeFeedingHabits
How does human activity affect a moose?
As long as you are not hunting or depleting the moose's habitat it will cohabitate with humans. I am looking at a big bull moose in our back yard right now. It is not afraid of us but of course we leave it alone. Dogs can cause issues of course. Our moose is somewhat approachable but I wouldn't expect this to be true in the rutting season.
What is the largest antlered animal?
penguins, it is a well known fact that penguins have the biggest and best of everything in the world, you may think its caribou or deer or even turtles.
BUT YOUR WRONG BIATCH
What are the special features of a moose?
The minks fur is very special and popular because it is used to make many things and there even happens to be many large scaled mink farming as well...
Do moose have to have a backbone to be a mammal?
Yeah, all mammals have backbones. A lot of things that aren't mammals have backbones, too. The general term is "vertebrate". This applies to most fish, birds and reptiles.
Yes, most definitely if the opportunity is presented.
Elk, (Cervus canadiensis) also known as wapiti, are native to North America and possibly parts of Siberia. In Asia, the tiger's current range does not overlap so they would not be a natural predator.
The Moose (Alces alces) is called 'Elk' in Europe. There is some overlap in its range with the current range of the tiger. It would not be inconceivable that properly motivated tiger would attack an adult moose but it would seem unlikely that a tiger would give up its advantage since their defense strategy is to retreat to water and they are very capable of defending themselves. A tiger would almost certainly attack a moose calf if the opportunity was presented.
The Red Deer (Cervus elaphus), also known by a host of names including 'Wapiti' and the 'Bactrian Red Deer'. has a range that extends through central Asia and overlaps some of the tiger's range. Recently, it was determined that it and the North American Wapiti, once thought to be members of the same species, are in reality separate species.
Geist (1998) recommended that C. elaphus and C. canadensis be regarded as distinct species. This is supported by patterns of mtDNA variation as reported by Randi et al.
You may still find people (including myself, prior to researching this) who call this animal the 'Red Elk'.
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The scientific name for the moose species is Alces americanus. Since it was not discovered by the English speaking world until the colonization of the western hemisphere, it does not have the same kind of linguistic roots as the word cow. However, based on the species name, I would opt for "American" as the adjectival form.
What are moose gestation periods?
Moose generally give birth between May and June of each year. Their gestation period is approximately 280 days and it is rare that they give birth to twins.
Yes, I absolutely love Moose!!
I have a warm spot in my heart for the moose named Bullwinkle... Ya just gotta love a moose that wears a sweatshirt from 'Whatsa matta U.' i love moose<3 they are amazing
Both. If the prey is a tree or plant, the predator is a Moose. If the prey is a Moose, the predator is a Tiger or other animal/human looking for food or game.
Plants are primary diet of a moose as they are a herbivore: they do not eat meat.
Can you have babies with a moose?
Sure, but It wouldn't be a very good idea. Moose prefer to be alone and out in the wild. They don't like being pets, as far as I know. Moose can be quite crazy sometimes and it wouldn't be a very good experience. (they COULD kill you......) It will be very hard to train a Moose though, so I won't even bother trying to get one.
PS: If you DO have one, GOOD LUCK trying to make it behave well..
However, I absolutely LOVE Moose, but still, I wouldn't even dare to have as a pet.
What time of the day do moose usually eat?
it is peanuts and twigs and leaves and grass well the moose is a vegitarian
There are no moles in the traditional sense, meaning there are no placental moles. However, there are two marsupial moles, completely unique to Australia and found nowhere else in the world. These marsupial moles are more correctly known by their native names of itjaritjari (southern marsupial mole) and kakarratul (northern marsupial mole).
only male dear (buck) have antlers. Female dear (doe) do not. Unless that female deer is a caribou. Both male and female caribou grow antlers.
What is a small male deer called?
A buck with 2 points on each horn is called a Forked Horn. Remember, you have to be able to hang a ring on each horn for it to count as a point and the eyeguards do not count in some states such as California.
Otherwise a Buck with one point on each horn is called a Spike.
What are the characterstics of moose?
The adult moose is a large mammal, shaped much like a horse, which is dark brown in color. Their hindquarters are slightly lighter in color and so is their underbelly. The hair is short in the warmer months, longer and thicker in the winter months and it's hollow, which helps them to swim. The male moose, called a bull, grows a large rack of antlers which, when fully grown, can be up to 6 or 7 feet across and weigh around 80 pounds! The female moose, called a cow, does not grow antlers. Moose have large ears which can pivot independently from each other in all directions and so they have very good hearing. The shape and placement of the antlers on the males may even improve their auditory abilities. Moose have dark brown eyes which, like the ears, can pivot independently 180°, therefore a moose can see all but what is directly behind him. Their sense of smell is also very acute. The nose has special valves inside which allow moose to submerge their heads and dive under water. The moose has a very thick, strong neck from which hangs a long, round flap of skin and hair called a dewlap, or bell. This varies in appearance from moose to moose and occurs in both male and female of the species. Some dewlaps are fat and up to 20 inches long; some are short and thin; and some others may just be a tuft a hair. See examples of different dewlaps below. Researchers have yet to discover a purpose for the dewlap.
