The moose is the largest species in the deer family and one of the largest mammals in North America.Males can grow up to 5 - 9 1/2 ft in length, 6 - 7 1/2 ft in height and weigh up to 1700 lbs.Females grow up to 5 - 9 1/2 ft in length, 5 - 6 1/2 ft in height and weigh up to 825 lbs.The most well known characteristic feature of a male moose is its massive antlers which can span up to 5 ft across.

Moose are found in North America and in Northern Europe.Its habitat consists of woodland with nearby open country.They are also found in areas near water,especially in summer,where they spend their time around marshlands,river valleys and lakes.

Moose are generally solitary creatures but may form small herds during the winter months.They are excellent swimmers despite their size and can run up to 35 mph.Their long legs allow them to jump obstacles as high as themselves.Moose are generally mild in temperament and will tolerate approaching humans and vehicles.Breeding season usually starts in late September or early October.After a gestation period of eight months a female will give birth to a singl calf or twins.Calves at birth can weigh 24 to 35 lbs,can stand within a few hours and can swim at 2 weeks.

Moose eat a variety of different foods.Tree shoots and twigs from both deciduous and coniferous trees,large herbs,leaves and their favorite summertime food is aquatic vegetation.On average a moose will eat about 44 lbs of vegetation a day.

Today there are around 1 million moose in North America and 1 million in Northern Europe.With the help of basic understanding about this facinating creature along with the help of conversation groups the moose is sure to roam the woodlands of the "North" woods for many more centuries to come.To learn more about this facinating creature visit the links below.