Oedekoven and Lindzey found that although elk, moose and mule deer may be found on the same winter range, their habitat use patterns rarely find them in contact with each other. Elk are found on high windswept ridges, where solar radiation and wind decrease the snow cover. Mule deer are found in areas of little snow with sufficient browse, especially sagebrush. Moose are the least influenced by snow depth due to their powerful build and large hooves. They are found mostly in riparian areas, but overall, prefer browse species such as willows, rose, and sometimes conifers.
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