Equinus Moosus
From Mudpuppy WakeUpAmerica:
I thought you might enjoy (and possibly be amazed) at a picture of the very reclusive California Desert Moose from the genus Equinus Moosus. They are seldom found in captivity. This is a rare photo, so please treat it gently. This moose’s name is actually Denali (really). His horns just started to come out, so they aren’t impressive; however, I will send pictures when they become stronger and bigger. We’re thinking that a possible vitamin deficiency has made them somewhat floppy. He looks rather docile in these pictures, but he is very strong and proud with a fiery temperament (honest).
July 9th, 2009 at 11:05 am
Love it. Thanks for a good laugh!
July 9th, 2009 at 11:39 am
That is amazing.
I’m especially impressed by the symetrical red coloring surrounding his head and muzzle.
And he’s eating a rare desert plant delicacy, a rope cactus?
I can’t wait to see him when his antlers have grown a bit bigger and stiffer.
Is that another rare Equinus Moosus in the background, in the much rarer brown color?
July 9th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
OK, now that’s officially hilarious. I can see the beginning of a trend here…
July 9th, 2009 at 1:02 pm
Yes, mlaiuppa, that is another member of this rare herd in the background. Also, faintly visible in the back are the Sierras.
July 9th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
Made my day!
July 9th, 2009 at 1:34 pm
Just spewed my iced tea! Jeez, I needed that! Way too funny. . .now I wonder if I can get a picture of that Alligator moossissippiensis that lurks in the lake nearby. . . .
July 9th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
So Greytdog, does that mean that the Alligator Moossissippiensis has a moose size penis, hence the name? (it had to be said)
July 9th, 2009 at 6:07 pm
I needed a good laugh today. That did it!
July 9th, 2009 at 8:37 pm
and of course comment #7 raises ALL SORTS of questions in MY mind, none ofthem suited to a G-rated blog!
July 9th, 2009 at 11:49 pm
Too funny! I love it~ We’re on a roll now Mudpups! More “Brian” photos! We know he is everywhere in spirit … kinda like Santa…. bringing smiles to good girls and boys!
July 10th, 2009 at 10:04 am
OMG….I just saw this. I have tears of laughter streaming down my face. Thank you WakeUpAmerica!!!
July 10th, 2009 at 11:25 am
But how do they hear? Do they use their whiskers for that?
July 10th, 2009 at 11:48 am
problemchild, obviously they are telepathic. Sheesh~!!!
July 10th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
They speak in tongues. . .
July 10th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
This will keep me laughing all day–hilarious! Thanks!
July 10th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
Oh, that’s wonderful. What a hoot! Thanks.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
LOL! sO CUTE!
My daughter is a caretaker for 11 horses. Big giant roudy race horses.
July 10th, 2009 at 5:07 pm
Paula–might they actually be big, giant, rowdy race moose who just haven’t grown their antlers yet?!?
July 10th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
I think your horse (Denali) looks p!ssed off because you put gloves on his ears.
July 10th, 2009 at 5:37 pm
Now that is an amazing rare moose! I understand they are quite shy. However did you manage to get so close?
Perhaps I should dig up my old photos of the also very rare Felines Moosus. Only on very rare Christmases would one of these appear. As moose go they are quite small and often overlooked hiding in the garlands.
July 14th, 2009 at 7:59 am
That “moose” is not sure what to thing of y´all…….
Humans.
July 16th, 2009 at 12:27 am
ROFL! That’s fantastic. Now how can I get the dog to sit still while I find some work gloves….