Moose

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     The largest member of the deer family, this animal is found in northern North America from Alaska to Newfoundland and Maine and in northern Europe and Asia. An adult bull averages about 454 kg in weight, and a larger species from Alaska and the Yukon attaining weights in excess of 681 kg. 
     The moose is a strong swimmer and has been known to dive to depths of 5.5 m and remain submerged for 30 seconds in search of underwater roots. 
     An adult bull is a dangerous adversary and is often able to repel attacks by small packs of wolves. They are particularly truculent during the mating season. Possessed of a keen sense of smell and hearing, they can only be approached from upwind.