13 March 2024. By Wildlife Informer.
Moose are the largest living deer species worldwide and the tallest mammal in North America, with adults standing 6 feet tall from the ground to shoulder. There are 4 subspecies of moose (Alces alces) in North America. The estimated total moose population in the United States is about 275,000 – 315,000 and in Canada, the estimate is between 500,000 and 1 million moose, depending on the source.
Moose populations span across 19 U.S. states. However, instances of long-distance migration when searching for food has led to some moose showing up outside their natural range. Find out more information about the moose population in the United States below. We’ll dive into information on the estimated populations and ranges by state, including what parts of these states they are more commonly seen.
Click the link below to learn more about the state-by-state distribution of moose in the US: Moose Population by State by Wildlife Informer
At Aton Forest we have moose in both of our Preserves, however we are unsure about how many.