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Animals From Norway
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Brown bear Ursus arctos, was preserved i Norway in 1973 due to the risk of extinction. Today there are about 50 - 60 bears in Norway.
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Elk (Deer) Cervus elaphus atlanticus, i commonly found at the wes coast of Norway, but now it can be found as far north as the county of Nord Trøndelag.
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The Norwegian Lynx was once in danger of extinction, but the population of the species is now growing.
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Moose Alces alces, is to be found almost all over the country. Today the stock counts about 100 000 animals.
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Mosk Ovibos mascatus, became extinct during the last glacial period i Norway. In 1932, 10 young animals were imported to Dovre national park and today they count about 60 - 70 animals.
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Phonecard featuring the polar bear.
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This reindeer pictured is only to be found at Svalbard.
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Red Fox Vulpes vulpes, is the most common wild animal in Norway and is found all over the country.
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During the summer, the walrus is to be found at Svalbard. The population is strongly reduced due to earlier years of hunting, but has been protected since 1952
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Wolverine from Norway
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The mountain fox is protected by Norwegian law.
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The polar bear is despite its beautiful creature not in any way a harmless animal.
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Today wolves are considered an endangered species in Norway and hunting them is prohibited by law.
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