ghost moose

The term "ghost moose" describes moose with a pale appearance, either due to genetic traits or significant fur loss from tick infestations.

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Definition

C1Wildlife Biology

(technical, academic)A moose with a white coat due to a genetic condition known as the Armstrong White Gene Strain.

Example

  • The sighting of a ghost moose with a snowy white coat was a rare event for the researchers.

C1Wildlife Biology

(technical, academic)A moose that has lost most of its fur from rubbing against objects due to tick infestation, revealing pale skin.

Example

  • The ghost moose was easily identifiable by its patchy, pale appearance caused by severe tick infestation.

Similar

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