Moose Declining

Poster, source material and preliminary concepts shown above.

Facts

• The range for moose in Minnesota is smaller than it was 100 years ago and the population has dwindled, particularly in recent years
• Warmer winters allow ticks to extend their range, which can effect moose populations
• More hot and humid summers put additional pressure on moose
• The moose is on the periphery of its range in Minnesota and the extent of suitable range in the state has contracted due to climate change

Resources

• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Moose Research & Management Plan (PDF)
• “Moose population remains low, but survey suggests 6-year population stability” MN DNR News Release
• “Rapid Climate Change Turn North Woods into Moose Graveyard” – Scientific American article