Alaska moose
A kind of moose · also called Alaskan moose, giant moose
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The Alaska moose is the largest moose subspecies, standing taller at the shoulder than most adult humans.
This animal is the largest subspecies of moose in the world, easily outgrowing other varieties found across North America and Eurasia. Males typically reach much heavier weights and taller shoulder heights than females. A mature bull also supports wide, heavy antlers that add significant width and presence to its already massive frame.
From Wikipedia
The Alaska moose, or Alaskan moose in Alaska, or Giant moose and Yukon moose in Canada, is a subspecies of moose that ranges from Alaska to western Yukon. The Alaska moose is the largest subspecies of moose.
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Questions people ask
- How big is an Alaska moose?
- An Alaska moose measures about 8.9 feet (2.7 m) long, stands 6.9 feet (2.1 m) tall at the shoulder, and weighs around 992 pounds (450 kg). This shoulder height alone makes the animal taller than a standard interior doorway.
- How much space does an Alaska moose take up?
- About 119 gal (450 L), the volume of its body.
Weight
992 lb (450 kg)
- Space it takes up
- 119 gal (450 L)
- Length
- 8.86 ft (2.7 m)
- Height
- 6.89 ft (2.1 m)
Quick answer
An Alaska moose measures about 8.9 feet (2.7 m) long, stands 6.9 feet (2.1 m) tall at the shoulder, and weighs around 992 pounds (450 kg). This shoulder height alone makes the animal taller than a standard interior doorway.
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