Moose Facts

• Moose are the largest of the deer family.
• Moose colors vary from brown to dusty black.
• Male deer are called bulls.
• Female deer are called cows.
• Height of a moose at the shoulders is 6.5 to 7.5 feet.
• The word moose is derived from the Algonquin Indian word "mooswa" which means twig-eater.
• Moose can run 35mph.
• Hooves are their first line of defense.
• Cows usually live about 20 years, bulls 15.
• Moose live in North America, Europe, as well as Asia.
• Only mature bull moose have antlers.
• Moose only eat plant life.