There are 621 recorded sightings of Moose in Newfoundland and Labrador, with 173 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in May through August.
When to See Moose in Newfoundland and Labrador
Most often reported in May through August.
| Month | Recorded Sightings | Peak Month |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | No |
| February | 0 | No |
| March | 5 | No |
| April | 23 | No |
| May | 96 | Yes |
| June | 125 | Yes |
| July | 158 | Yes |
| August | 105 | Yes |
| September | 68 | No |
| October | 27 | No |
| November | 8 | No |
| December | 3 | No |
Compared With Other Regions
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The world's tallest, largest and heaviest deer, it is dark brown, with long legs, a humped shoulder, a drooping bulbous muzzle, a throat flap and, in most males, broad, palmate antlers. It lives in boreal forests and wetlands across northern North America and Eurasia, where it is called elk, feeding on willow, aquatic plants and other browse. Scan ponds and lake shores at dawn and dusk, and keep a wide distance in autumn when bulls are in rut.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to see a Moose in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Moose is most often reported in Newfoundland and Labrador in May through August, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.
Where can I see a Moose in Newfoundland and Labrador?
There are 621 documented Moose records in Newfoundland and Labrador. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.
How can I find Moose sightings near me in Newfoundland and Labrador?
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