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: Bull moose grow antlers every spring, covered in a protective skin called "velvet". In September, they rub this velvet off on trees; eventually, the antlers fall off between mid-November and March.
Moose ( Alces alces ) are the largest members of the deer family and possess several distinctive physical traits:
: They have a distinctive shoulder hump, dark brown fur with hollow hairs for insulation, and a flap of skin hanging from the throat called a dewlap .
A moose's life is defined by a rigorous seasonal cycle, particularly regarding their antlers and diet:
: Adult bulls (males) average around 1,106 pounds , while females average approximately 836 pounds .
: Like cows, moose have four-chambered stomachs to break down tough plant matter, often regurgitating and chewing their "cud". Seasonal "Moose Things" (Behaviors)
Wildlife departments (such as those in , Alaska , and Michigan ) actively monitor moose populations through several "management things":