Deep snow pushes moose to lower ground and populated areas. It isn t uncommon to see moose in a town or on highways causing potential risk to themselves and people. Moose can stand up to seven feet at the shoulder and weigh up to 1,600 pounds, with females weighing up to 1,000 pounds. Their coats are dark brown to black. The bull possesses magnificent antlers.
Gestation is eight months and a cow gives birth in the spring to one and sometimes twin calves.
The young calf will stay with its mother for two years. Moose, of course, are hunted for their meat which can bring in 500 pounds for the freezer. I found a couple of recipes for those of you that like to eat the meat or may want to try it. If you have some of your own recipes you d like to share, please do. Moose can get very aggressive if they are provoked or are tending to their young.