Moose on the loose in Minnesota entrances wildlife watchers

Rutt the moose was spotted on Tuesday just 140 miles north of Minneapolis, far south of the giant animals' usual range

A rogue moose wandering hundreds of miles south of its natural territory in Minnesota has become a growing media sensation as fans join online to track its journey through amateur photographs and video clips.

The majestic" and noble" animal - nicknamed Rutt after one of two moose brothers in the film Brother Bear played by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas based on their Canadian comedy duo Bob and Doug McKenzie - has been spotted in various locations across Minnesota and Iowa for weeks. On Tuesday, it appeared 140 miles (225km) north-west of Minneapolis.