moose behavior

Moose kills Alaska man attempting to take photos of her newborn calves

Growing up in moose country, I learned early on to respect the wild animals that call the area home. The recent news of a 70-year-old Alaskan man being attacked and killed by a mother moose while trying to take photos of her newborn calves is a tragic reminder of the importance of understanding and respecting wildlife. Moose, especially mothers with calves, can be incredibly protective and should never be approached or provoked.

As someone who has had my fair share of encounters with moose in the wild, I cannot stress enough how crucial it is to give these massive animals their space, especially during calf season.… Continue reading