Alaska Moose

The Alaska Moose or Giant Moose or Alaskan Moose is a subspecies of Moose that ranges from Alaska to western Yukon. The Alaska Moose is one of the... more

by Alvin Hepler

Title

Alaska Moose

Artist

Alvin Hepler

Medium

Painting - Acrylic

Description

The Alaska Moose or Giant Moose or Alaskan Moose is a subspecies of Moose that ranges from Alaska to western Yukon. The Alaska Moose is one of the largest subspecies of moose. Alaska Moose inhabit boreal forests and mixed deciduous forests throughout most of Alaska and most of Western Yukon. Like all Moose species, the Alaska Moose is usually solitary but sometimes will form small herds. Typically, they only come into contact with other moose for mating or competition for mates. During mating season, in autumn and winter, male Alaska Moose become very aggressive and prone to attacking when startled.
Due to its large range, humans frequently come into contact with the moose. Alaska Moose inhabit isolated forests, which helps the moose hide from predators such as wolves and hunters. There is a large population of about 225,000 individuals. To keep the population of Alaska Moose in balance, they are routinely hunted by humans every autumn and winter.
Male Alaska Moose can stand over 2.1 m (7 ft) at the shoulder, and weigh over 630 kg (1,386 lbs). The antlers on average have a span of 1.8 m (6 ft). Female Alaska Moose stand on average 1.8 m (6￿7 ft) at the shoulder and can weigh close to 480 kg (1,056 lbs).

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January 31st, 2014