Mooses stamp catalogue

186 items

The moose (Alces alces) is the largest species of deer. The species is found in the northern parts of America, Europe and Asia. They live in somewhat wetter areas than many other deer species. Nor do they live in packs. More

The moose (Alces alces) is the largest species of deer. The species is found in the northern parts of America, Europe and Asia. In the past they were also found a bit further south, such as in the Netherlands. They have disappeared here due to human action (biotope loss and hunting). They live in somewhat wetter areas than many other species of deer. Nor do they live in packs. Because the moose used to live in the Netherlands, lives more in swamps and eats a lot of trees and shrubs, the species is seen as a welcome addition to nature management. However, the introduction of the moose also has a number of disadvantages, such as road safety.
The name of the eland should not be confused with the eland, a bovine related antelope often referred to as eland in other languages. The moose itself is called elk in English while in America it is called moose.

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186

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animals (1935)