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The modern Muskox is the last member of a line of ovibovines that first evolved in temperate regions of Asia and adapted to a cold tundra environment late in its evolutionary history. Their sheep-like ancestors first left the temperate forests for the grasslands of Central Asia during the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pliocene Pliocene epoch], eventually expanding into Siberia and the rest of northern Eurasia. | The modern Muskox is the last member of a line of ovibovines that first evolved in temperate regions of Asia and adapted to a cold tundra environment late in its evolutionary history. Their sheep-like ancestors first left the temperate forests for the grasslands of Central Asia during the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pliocene Pliocene epoch], eventually expanding into Siberia and the rest of northern Eurasia. | ||
Muskoxen live in herds of 12–24 in the winter and 8–20 in the summer. While they do not establish formal territories, they do mark trails with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preorbital_gland preorbital glands]. Both genders have separate age-based hierarchies, with mature oxen being dominant over juveniles. Dominant oxen get first pick of the best resources, and will actively displace lower-ranking oxen from eating spots in winter. | Muskoxen live in herds of 12–24 in the winter and 8–20 in the summer. While they do not establish formal territories, they do mark trails with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preorbital_gland preorbital glands]. Both genders have separate age-based hierarchies, with mature oxen being dominant over juveniles. Dominant oxen get first pick of the best resources, and will actively displace lower-ranking oxen from eating spots in winter. Bulls have several different ways to assert dominance- one is "rush and butt", in which a dominant bull rushes a subordinate from the side with its horns. This is usually accompanied by a warning to give the subordinate a chance to get away. Dominant bulls will also roar, swing their heads, and "paw" the ground. However, a subordinate bull can change his status by charging a dominant bull. | ||
During the summer, Muskoxen live in wet areas, such as river valleys, whereas in winter they will move to higher elevations to avoid deep snow. They are known to eat grasses, arctic willows, woody plants, various lichens, and mosses. When food is abundant, they prefer succulent and nutritious grasses, the specific type depends on which plants are local to that area. Willows are the most commonly eaten plants in the winter. The primary predators of muskoxen are arctic wolves, which may account for more than half of all Muskoxen mortalities. Other more uncommon predators are grizzly bears, polar bears, and wolverines. | During the summer, Muskoxen live in wet areas, such as river valleys, whereas in winter they will move to higher elevations to avoid deep snow. They are known to eat grasses, arctic willows, woody plants, various lichens, and mosses. When food is abundant, they prefer succulent and nutritious grasses, the specific type depends on which plants are local to that area. Willows are the most commonly eaten plants in the winter. The primary predators of muskoxen are arctic wolves, which may account for more than half of all Muskoxen mortalities. Other more uncommon predators are grizzly bears, polar bears, and wolverines. | ||
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* The wool made from Muskox hair is called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qiviut qiviut], and is is highly prized for its softness, length, and insulation. Prices for yarn range between $1.5USD and $3USD per gram ($40USD and $80USD per ounce). | * The wool made from Muskox hair is called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qiviut qiviut], and is is highly prized for its softness, length, and insulation. Prices for yarn range between $1.5USD and $3USD per gram ($40USD and $80USD per ounce). | ||
* Muskox have a unique characteristic of having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemoglobin hemoglobin] that is three times less temperature sensitive than human hemoglobin. This adaptation allows them to have a heightened oxygen affinity in extremely cold environments. | * Muskox have a unique characteristic of having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemoglobin hemoglobin] that is three times less temperature sensitive than human hemoglobin. This adaptation allows them to have a heightened oxygen affinity in extremely cold environments. | ||
* Bulls take charge of the herds during rutting season, whereas the Cows will take over during the gestation periods. | |||
* While not dangerous to humans, Muskox can get aggressive if threatened or aggravated and have occasionally attacked humans who got too close. | |||
|reference=* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muskox Wikipedia Page] | |reference=* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muskox Wikipedia Page] | ||
* Flood, P. F.; Abrams, S. R.; Muir, G. D.; Rowell, J. E. (August 1989). "Odor of the muskox". Journal of Chemical Ecology. 15 (8): 2207–2217. | * Flood, P. F.; Abrams, S. R.; Muir, G. D.; Rowell, J. E. (August 1989). "Odor of the muskox". Journal of Chemical Ecology. 15 (8): 2207–2217. | ||
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* [http://www.qiviut.com/store/index.cfm?target=Fiber%20/%20Yarn "The Qiviut Fiber and Yarn".] Qiviut.com. Retrieved 3 March 2011 | * [http://www.qiviut.com/store/index.cfm?target=Fiber%20/%20Yarn "The Qiviut Fiber and Yarn".] Qiviut.com. Retrieved 3 March 2011 | ||
* Tener, J. S. (1965). Muskoxen in Canada a biological and taxonomic review. Ottawa: Queen's Printer. | * Tener, J. S. (1965). Muskoxen in Canada a biological and taxonomic review. Ottawa: Queen's Printer. | ||
* Gray, D. R. (1986). "Standing his ground: How the muskox survives the rigours of an Arctic winter". Nature Canada. 15: 19–26. | |||
*Brix, O.; Bårdgard, A.; Mathisen, S.; el Sherbini, S.; Condò, S. G.; Giardina, B. (1989). "Arctic life adaptation--II. The function of musk ox (Ovibos muschatos) hemoglobin". Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology B. 94 (1): 135–138. doi:10.1016/0305-0491(89)90023-0. ISSN 0305-0491. PMID 2598629. | *Brix, O.; Bårdgard, A.; Mathisen, S.; el Sherbini, S.; Condò, S. G.; Giardina, B. (1989). "Arctic life adaptation--II. The function of musk ox (Ovibos muschatos) hemoglobin". Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology B. 94 (1): 135–138. doi:10.1016/0305-0491(89)90023-0. ISSN 0305-0491. PMID 2598629. |
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Muskox
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Character Data | |||
AKA | Musk Ox
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Romaji | Jakouushi
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Debut | Kemono Friends (2015 Game) | ||
Animal Data | |||
Scientific Name | Ovibos moschatus
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Distribution | Arctic
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Diet | Herbivore
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Avg. Lifespan | 12–20 years
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Read More | Muskox
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Muskox | Nexon Game |
Muskox is a type of mammal Friend that appeared in the original Kemono Friends mobile game.
Appearance
Muskox’s brown hair is long, large and mostly straight with some protruding sections. The tips of her hair as well as the tips of her side bangs are a light brown collar, which can also be seen on the inside of her animal ears and on the upwards curving hair resembling the animal’s horns. She has greyish-brown eyes and her bangs are cut completely straight, in contrast to the rest of her hair. She has a short brown tail.
Muskox wears a dark brown fur collar with a matching sleeveless jumper, worn over a long-sleeved brown shirt with white cuffs. She wears a short yellow plaid skirt and a matching bow on her shirt. Her socks are dark brown and reach above her knee, and are mostly covered on the bottom by fluffy brown legwarmers with lighter ends. Her shoes are light brown, with darker toes.
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In Real Life
The Muskox (Ovibos moschatus) is an ungulate (hooved mammal) in the family Bovidae. It is native to the Arctic regions, and is known for the strong odor (musk) emitted by males during the seasonal rut. This musk has the effect of attracting females during mating season.
It is a very large bovid, with females measuring around 135 to 200 cm (4 ft 5 in. to 6 ft 7 in.) in length, and the males measuring 200 to 250 cm (6 ft 7 in. to 8 ft 2 in.). They stand at an impressive 1.1 to 1.5 meters (3 ft 7 in. to 4 ft 11 in.) high at the withers (or shoulder blades). Both sexes have the long, curved horns. The average adult can weigh anywhere from 180 to 410 kg (400 to 900 lb.), averaging at around 285 kg (628 lb.). Its signature thick coat and large head make it appear much larger than it actually is- the Bison, which the Muskox is often compared to, can weigh up to twice as much, with significantly less wool. The coat itself is a mix of black, gray and brown colors.
Muskoxen belong to the subtribe Ovibovina (Ovibovini) in the tribe Caprini (or subfamily Caprinae) of the subfamily Antilopinae in the family Bovidae. Therefore, it is more closely related to sheep and goats than actual oxen- they've been given their own genus family, Ovibos. The closest living relative is the Goral, which are common in countries of central and east Asia.
The modern Muskox is the last member of a line of ovibovines that first evolved in temperate regions of Asia and adapted to a cold tundra environment late in its evolutionary history. Their sheep-like ancestors first left the temperate forests for the grasslands of Central Asia during the Pliocene epoch, eventually expanding into Siberia and the rest of northern Eurasia.
Muskoxen live in herds of 12–24 in the winter and 8–20 in the summer. While they do not establish formal territories, they do mark trails with preorbital glands. Both genders have separate age-based hierarchies, with mature oxen being dominant over juveniles. Dominant oxen get first pick of the best resources, and will actively displace lower-ranking oxen from eating spots in winter. Bulls have several different ways to assert dominance- one is "rush and butt", in which a dominant bull rushes a subordinate from the side with its horns. This is usually accompanied by a warning to give the subordinate a chance to get away. Dominant bulls will also roar, swing their heads, and "paw" the ground. However, a subordinate bull can change his status by charging a dominant bull.
During the summer, Muskoxen live in wet areas, such as river valleys, whereas in winter they will move to higher elevations to avoid deep snow. They are known to eat grasses, arctic willows, woody plants, various lichens, and mosses. When food is abundant, they prefer succulent and nutritious grasses, the specific type depends on which plants are local to that area. Willows are the most commonly eaten plants in the winter. The primary predators of muskoxen are arctic wolves, which may account for more than half of all Muskoxen mortalities. Other more uncommon predators are grizzly bears, polar bears, and wolverines.
Trivia
- The Latin name mean "musky sheep-ox".
- Its Inuktitut name "umingmak" translates to "the bearded one".
- The muskox is one of the two largest living members of the Caprinae family, the other being the Takin.
- The wool made from Muskox hair is called qiviut, and is is highly prized for its softness, length, and insulation. Prices for yarn range between $1.5USD and $3USD per gram ($40USD and $80USD per ounce).
- Muskox have a unique characteristic of having hemoglobin that is three times less temperature sensitive than human hemoglobin. This adaptation allows them to have a heightened oxygen affinity in extremely cold environments.
- Bulls take charge of the herds during rutting season, whereas the Cows will take over during the gestation periods.
- While not dangerous to humans, Muskox can get aggressive if threatened or aggravated and have occasionally attacked humans who got too close.
References
- Wikipedia Page
- Flood, P. F.; Abrams, S. R.; Muir, G. D.; Rowell, J. E. (August 1989). "Odor of the muskox". Journal of Chemical Ecology. 15 (8): 2207–2217.
- Burnie D and Wilson DE (Eds.), Animal: The Definitive Visual Guide to the World's Wildlife. DK Adult (2005), ISBN 0-7894-7764-5
- "The Qiviut Fiber and Yarn". Qiviut.com. Retrieved 3 March 2011
- Tener, J. S. (1965). Muskoxen in Canada a biological and taxonomic review. Ottawa: Queen's Printer.
- Gray, D. R. (1986). "Standing his ground: How the muskox survives the rigours of an Arctic winter". Nature Canada. 15: 19–26.
- Brix, O.; Bårdgard, A.; Mathisen, S.; el Sherbini, S.; Condò, S. G.; Giardina, B. (1989). "Arctic life adaptation--II. The function of musk ox (Ovibos muschatos) hemoglobin". Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology B. 94 (1): 135–138. doi:10.1016/0305-0491(89)90023-0. ISSN 0305-0491. PMID 2598629.