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Home > Our animal species > Mammals > Moose Moose
Order : Artiodactyla Family : Cervidae Diet : Herbivorous, feeding on leaves, herbaceous and aquatic plants. Reproduction : The female is sexually mature at approximately 1 ½ years old. Mating takes place between mid-September and October. 1 or 2 calves are born between late May and early June, after an 8 month gestation period and are weaned after 4-5 months. Lifespan : Up to 20 years in the wild Predators : Grey Wolves, Pumas and Grizzly Bears. Calves can also be the prey of Black Bears. Status : Not at risk.
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