Moose management

Moose cow leading calf in winter near Grand Marias, Minn.

Moose count down; population remains relatively stable

This year’s population estimate of 3,290 moose marks a decade of Minnesota’s moose population remaining relatively stable. After a decline from a population estimate of approximately 8,000 in 2009, Minnesota’s moose population appears to have stabilized at about 3,700 animals in recent years.

A cow and calf moose spotted during a fly over

Moose count drops

This year’s population estimate of 3,290 moose marks a decade of Minnesota’s moose population remaining relatively stable.
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A collared, days-old moose calf

Moose study findings

DNR's multi-faceted studies provided important information to help DNR make ongoing management decisions.
Calf project findings »
Adult project summary »

A cow moose

Managing Minnesota moose

The moose management plan outlines how DNR will approach management of the state's declining moose population.
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