Yellowstone National Park - Moose Postcard

UNESCO WHS Serie - Yellowstone National Park - Animals - Moose - Yellowstone National Park is a protected area showcasing significant geological phenomena and processes. It is also a unique manifestation of geothermal forces, natural beauty, and wild ecosystems where rare and endangered species thrive. Moose are the largest member of the deer family. They were reportedly very rare in when the Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872. Subsequent protection from hunting and wolf control programs may have contributed to increased numbers. Moose are commonly observed in the park's southwestern corner. Moose usually live to 20 years in the wild. World Heritage Sites in the USA - Name: Yellowstone National Park Country: United States of America Location: Wyoming, Montana, Idaho Animal: Marmot (Alces alces shirasi) Inscription: 1978 Category: Natural (vii)(viii)(ix)(x) Unesco Ref: 28 Special Feature: The card has a QR-Code on the backside to navigate for more Informationas about the site.