So, Are Moose Dangerous?

Moose are the largest and most majestic of the deer species on Earth. Found in North America, Europe and Asia, these massive, antlered herbivores are most often found in northern forests and subarctic areas.

Though they eat plants, are generally solitary and avoid contact with people animals this big must be treated with respect, and those huge antlers surely aren’t for show. So, are moose dangerous?

Yes, moose are quite dangerous and they are responsible for more attacks and injuries on people than any other wild animal in North America.

There is something almost serene about these massive beasts if you’re able to watch them for a safe distance.
 

They tiptoe almost delicately through the forest while grazing on choice plant matter. However, an enraged moose can easily thrash or stomp you to pieces.

You don’t want to get on their bad side, and in an effort to help you avoid that unhappy fate we’re going to tell you everything you need to know about moose behavior in this article.

Bull Moose by NPS/GRTE/Tobiason is licensed under flickr

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