European Elk (Moose)

The moose (called 'älg' in Swedish) is the largest member of the deer family, with males weighing up to 700 kg (1,540 lbs)

Sweden has one of the highest moose densities in the world, with an estimated 300,000–400,000 animals

Moose are excellent swimmers and can dive up to 6 meters underwater to feed on aquatic plants

Moose hunting is a deeply ingrained Swedish tradition — the annual moose hunt (älgjakten) in autumn is a major cultural event

Despite their size, moose can run at speeds up to 56 km/h (35 mph) and are surprisingly agile in forest terrain