Moose management

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

Moose population remains relatively stable

A cow and calf moose spotted during a fly over

2024 population survey

This year’s population estimate of 3,470 moose marks nearly 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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