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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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Yes, there is. Reindeer are just domesticated caribou...
What are native animals of South Dakota?
- Cooper's hawk
- Golden eagle
- Green heron
- Prairie falcon
- Black-tailed prairie dog
- Wolverine
- Black-footed ferret
- Water shrew
- Short-horned lizard
- Bison
- Coyote
- Horses
- Meadowlarks.
What is Norway known throughout the world for?
The Vikings came from Norway.
Leif Eriksson came originally from Norway, and he may have been the first European to reach America.
Norway is also know for fishing.
In many hundred years, Norway ruled the sea.
We was the greatest seafaring nation in the world.
Norway is know for being the richest country in the world.
Thanks to all the oil.
Norway is known for all the fjords.
Norway is known for the spectacular nature.
Geirangerfjorden is one of the most beautiful places in the world.
The rap-duo Madcon comes from Norway.
This is just a small part of what Norway is known for.
Try to visit Norway, and see for yourself. :)
Why is a moose 6 to 8 feet tall?
In general: Up to 2 meters
Copy/paste from wikipedia/moose:
On average, an adult moose stands 1.8-2.1 m (6-7 ft) high at the shoulder. Males weigh 380-720 kg (850-1580 pounds) and females weigh 270-360 kg (600-800 pounds). The largest of all is the Alaskan subspecies (A. a. gigas), which can stand over 2.1 m (7 ft) at the shoulder, has a span across the antlers of 1.8 m (6 ft) and averages 634.5 kg (1,396 lbs) in males and 478 kg (1,052 lbs) in females. Typically, however, the antlers of a mature specimen are between 1.2 m (3.9 ft) and 1.5 m (4.9 ft). The largest confirmed size for this species was a bull shot at the Yukon River in September 1897 weighing 820 kg (1,800 lb) and was 233 cm (92 in) tall at the shoulder. The Moose of Alaska matches the extinct Irish Elk as the largest deer of all time. Behind only the bison, the Moose is the second largest land animal in both North America and Europe.
Does a moose have a symbiotic relationship?
Moose do not typically have symbiotic relationships. They are primarily solitary animals that do not rely on other species for survival. However, they may have mutualistic relationships with certain species, such as birds that feed on parasites found on the moose's fur.
Moose have antlers primarily for mating purposes. During the mating season, male moose use their antlers to compete with other males for the attention of females. Antlers also serve as a form of defense and can be used to establish dominance within the herd.
Is moose an omnivore or herbivore?
Moose are classified as herbivores, meaning they primarily consume plant matter such as leaves, twigs, and bark. Their diet consists mainly of woody plants and aquatic vegetation.
Who would win a rutting bull moose or a vicious large polar bear?
They could both win a fight. A polar bear could win because of its monstrous strength/size, enormous claws, and powerful sharp teeth. On the other hand, the rutting bull moose has powerful antlers and killer hooves that could kill any type and size of bear, no matter what health condition.
NO! tigers do not eat moose.Because moose dont live anywhere near Tigers.
Where in America can you find a moose?
All over Alaska and in Maine. We even have them in the city of Spokane, Wa. I'm sure they can be found in other northern states and Canada.
