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Moose in North Dakota

Moose in North Dakota

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Moose in North Dakota — Quick Overview

There are 77 recorded sightings of Moose in North Dakota, with 9 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in March through June.

When to See Moose in North Dakota

Most often reported in March through June.

Monthly sightings distribution for Moose in North Dakota
MonthRecorded SightingsPeak Month
January0No
February3No
March5Yes
April10Yes
May6Yes
June18Yes
July5No
August3No
September5No
October11No
November3No
December0No

Compared With Other Regions

Explore how Moose sightings in North Dakota compare to other North American hubs:

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 North Dakota?

Moose is most often reported in North Dakota in March through June, 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 North Dakota?

There are 77 documented Moose records in North Dakota. 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 North Dakota?

Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in North Dakota.