Ep 4. Super Moose
- TV-PG
- September 8, 2013
- 45 min
In season 2's episode 4 of America the Wild with Casey Anderson, titled "Super Moose", viewers get a glimpse into the world of the largest member of the deer family, the moose. Anderson explores the Alaskan wilderness in search of some of the biggest and strongest moose in the world.
The episode opens with Anderson introducing the audience to the moose, which can weigh over 1,500 pounds and grow to over 7 feet tall from hoof to shoulder. He explains the challenges faced by these majestic animals, including predators like wolves and bears and the harsh Alaskan winters. Anderson then sets out on a mission to find a super moose, a massive, near-mythical beast that has been rumored to roam the Alaskan wilderness.
Anderson starts his journey by heading to the Kenai Peninsula, which is home to some of the largest moose in the world. He meets with a local guide who takes him to a prime moose habitat – a wetland area where the animals can find ample food during the summer months. Anderson and his guide spot several moose in the area, but none of them quite fit the bill of a super moose.
Undeterred, Anderson decides to head further north, deep into the Alaskan wilderness. He flies in a small plane to a remote area where he hopes to find a super moose. After several days of searching, he finally comes across a massive bull moose with antlers nearly 7 feet wide. The bull dwarfed the other moose he had seen so far, but Anderson wasn't sure if this was the super moose he was searching for.
Anderson continues his search for the elusive super moose. He sets up trail cameras throughout the area, hoping to spot the massive animal on film. He spends hours watching the footage and sifting through the images, but he still hasn't found what he's looking for.
Finally, after weeks of searching, Anderson gets a break. A nearby hunting party has spotted a massive bull moose with antlers nearly 9 feet wide. Anderson sets out to find the animal, hoping to get a glimpse of the biggest bull moose he's ever seen.
Anderson tracks the moose through the Alaskan wilderness, navigating through marshes, rivers, and thick forests. After several hours of hiking, he finally catches sight of the massive animal. The bull moose is over 8 feet tall at the shoulder, with antlers that are almost too big to believe.
Anderson observes the moose from a safe distance, awed by the sheer size and power of the animal. He notes that moose are incredibly resilient creatures, able to survive the harsh Alaskan winters and fend off even the most ferocious predators.
As the episode comes to a close, Anderson reflects on the majesty of the moose and the importance of protecting these incredible animals for future generations. He notes that while the search for the super moose may be over, the quest to understand and appreciate these amazing creatures is never-ending.