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Quiet Winter · Plate 11 of 45

Moose color reference

Alces alces

The moose is the largest member of the deer family and lives in the northern forests of North America, Europe and Asia. Males grow wide, flat antlers that they shed each winter. A flap of skin called a bell hangs from the throat.

Colors to reach for

Use dark brown and near black for the body, lighter tan for the legs, and creamy tan for the antlers.

  • dark brown
  • black
  • tan
  • cream
  • brown

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