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“ | Large herbivore. | ” |
—In-game description |
The Moose is a huntable animal in Age of Empires III. They are usually found as a flock, or one or two of them alongside other animals. They are usually found on North American maps alongside other members of the Deer family including Elk and Deer. Moose are seen on Great Lakes, Saguenay, and Northwest Territory.
History
“ | Scientific Name: Alces alces Approx. Size: 7 ft. at the shoulder, 1,500 lb. Diet: Leaves, buds, bark, roots, and lichen The largest member of the deer family, moose are found in the northern reaches of North America, forming small herds for the summer and larger herds for the winter. They have long, thin legs and shoulders that are humped and support a short, thick neck and a large, elongated head. The males have an unusual set of flattened antlers that they use aggressively during mating season. Moose are strong swimmers, swimming lakes and even diving to reach underwater roots. | ” |