Moose are majestic creatures – do you have an idea of which states with the most moose? In the United States, certain states are home to more moose than others. Here are the top six states where you are most likely to find these magnificent animals.
6. Wyoming
Brown moose in Wyoming. Image via Depositphotos.
In Wyoming, you will find about 3,500 moose. The Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are prime moose habitats. They thrive in these protected areas.
5. Minnesota
Moose looking for food. Image via Depositphotos
Minnesota has a population of 4,700 moose. Most of them live in the northeastern part of the state. The Superior National Forest is a moose haven.
4. Washington
We all like to be heard. Here is a moose communicating. Image via Pexels
Washington is home to about 5,000 moose. They are often seen in the northeastern regions. The Colville National Forest is a popular spot for moose sightings.
3. Idaho
Moose are herbivores, primarily feeding on aquatic plants like lilies and pondweed, and are adept swimmers. Image by Malte Wingen via Unsplash
Idaho hosts around 10,000 moose. They live in the forests and mountains. The Clearwater and Panhandle regions are known for their moose populations.
2. Maine
Bull Moose. Image by Donna Dewhurst – http://images.fws.gov, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2072582
Maine has a significant moose population with about 60,000 individuals. The North Woods are filled with these large animals. Moose are a common sight on the roads, so drivers need to be cautious.
1. Alaska
A bull moose in South Fork Eagle River, Alaska. Image via Paxson Woelber, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Alaska tops the list with 175,000 moose. The vast wilderness provides a perfect habitat. They are found throughout the state, from the coastal regions to the interior forests.
Wrapping Up with the Top 10 States With The Most Moose
Making eye contact with the moose. Image via Depositphotos
Moose are an iconic part of the American wilderness. These ten states offer the best chance to see them in their natural habitat. From the dense forests of Maine to the wide expanses of Alaska, moose thrive in the wild. Evidently if you are eager to see a moose, these states are the places to visit.
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