There are 3,161 recorded sightings of Moose in Wyoming, with 473 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in June through September.
When to See Moose in Wyoming
Most often reported in June through September.
| Month | Recorded Sightings | Peak Month |
|---|---|---|
| January | 63 | No |
| February | 92 | No |
| March | 64 | No |
| April | 109 | No |
| May | 388 | No |
| June | 592 | Yes |
| July | 664 | Yes |
| August | 525 | Yes |
| September | 419 | Yes |
| October | 171 | No |
| November | 0 | No |
| December | 0 | 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 Wyoming?
Moose is most often reported in Wyoming in June through September, 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 Wyoming?
There are 3,161 documented Moose records in Wyoming. 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 Wyoming?
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 Wyoming.