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CTV News
12 hours ago
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- CTV News
Moose found dead on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa's east end
Ontario Provincial Police say a moose was reported dead on Highway 417 near Walkley Road just before 6 a.m. Tuesday. (Ministry of Transportation cameras/website) Ontario Provincial Police are urging motorists to be on the lookout for moose and other wildlife along highways, after a moose was found dead on Highway 417 in Ottawa's east end. Police tell CTV News Ottawa a dead moose was reported in the westbound lanes of Hwy. 417 near Walkley Road around 6 a.m. Tuesday. Crews from the Ministry of Transportation attended the scene to remove the moose from the highway. OPP Const. Michael Fathi said it appears the moose was struck by a large truck on the highway. Fathi adds there was no vehicle at the scene when officers arrived and no one has reported that it struck the moose. In a social media post, police said moose have been seen in Ottawa as recently as this week, and along Highway 401. 'Moose are a significant road hazard, especially around dawn and dusk. Collisions with a moose can be deadly—for both drivers and the animal,' the OPP said on X. 'Wildlife-crossing signs mark proven danger zones, but moose can walk onto the road virtually anywhere in eastern Ontario. Slow down in known moose territory and keep your eyes on the road and the ditches ahead.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Mother Moose Attacks Colorado Man and His 2 Dogs While Protecting Calves
A Colorado couple lost their dog after the canine was trampled by a moose while outdoors The pet was euthanized due to the injuries it sustained Moose are the second largest land animal on the continent and can reach up to six feet at their shouldersA Colorado couple's dog had to be euthanized after it was stomped on by a mother moose who was protecting her two calves. The incident happened on the evening of Monday, May 26, on private property in Teller County near Woodland Park, KRDO, KOAA and Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirmed. A man, whose name has not publicly been released, was reportedly attempting to take his dogs inside when the attack happened. As the mother moose barreled toward him, he hid under a nearby vehicle. Unfortunately, his canine companions were trampled. One was euthanized due to the injuries it sustained, while the other is still recovering. Just one day before the encounter, a moose charged the man's wife, but she made it into their home before being injured. 'This incident is a reminder of why we warn everyone to respect wildlife and give them their space,' said Travis Sauder, CPW Assistant Area Wildlife Manager. 'We know Colorado residents love their dogs. But it's important to understand that moose see dogs as predators and react in defense of themselves and their young.' He continued, 'This cow moose was exhibiting classic protective behavior of its calves. Be sure to give wildlife extra space, especially when they are raising their young. And it is always best to keep dogs on leashes or in a fenced area to reduce the chances of an incident with wildlife.' CPW estimates around 3,600 moose to be currently living in Colorado, compared to 2,250 in 2013. Approximately two weeks before the moose attack that led to the death of the Teller County family's dog, resident Paul Whitfield had his own close encounter with one of the animals at Manitou Lake. 'I went, 'That's a really tall horse,'' he said in an on-camera interview with KRDO. 'And it occurred to me that that's a moose.' He was fishing when the young moose came into his territory. 'I thought, 'I don't have anywhere to go,'' Whitfield said, calling himself lucky that the close call was just with a calf as the mothers can be 'protective' and "aggressive." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'Moose - called elk outside of North America - are the second largest land animal on the continent and Colorado's largest big game animal," per CPW. The animals can grow up to 9 1⁄2 feet long, be six feet tall at the shoulder, and weigh more than 1,000 pounds. CPW spokesperson Joey Livingston shared some tips on how humans and wildlife can coexist. "Generally, this first week of June is when we start seeing the baby deer on the ground," he said. "And the deer will still defend their young, just like the moose this moose did. And so if you let your dogs outside, try to go outside first and make sure there's no deer, no fawns in the area." Read the original article on People
CBS News
4 days ago
- General
- CBS News
Michigan moose tracking project provides researchers with data points on births, deaths
A moose tracking project that started in February is providing new information on the lives of wild animals in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Earlier this year, 20 moose in the Upper Peninsula were captured and fitted with GPS collars in a first-of-its-kind effort in Michigan. The collars transmit locations once an hour and each device will work for several years. An additional 40 moose will be fitted with collars next winter. The latest tracking data tipped off Michigan Department of Natural Resources staff to the birth of nine calves within the past two weeks, according to a report Thursday from the DNR staff. More specifically: Three of the tracked cows had single calves and three others had twins. "By watching each moose's daily step distance, we could detect when the cows were likely going into labor. Once her movement patterns changed dramatically, heat-sensing drones were used to observe her and the calves," the DNR said. In the meantime, two calves that were caught and collared in February have died. One death was attributed to an unknown trauma injury. The other was attributed to a predator death by a female wolf who is registered in a different wildlife tracking effort. "What makes this moment significant is that it marks a first for Michigan's most in-depth study of moose mortality - and builds a clearer picture of how moose function in the ecosystem," the press release said. The images and videos collected in the research project are part of a collaboration among the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Northern Michigan University.
CTV News
27-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Forest Heights trails closed for aggressive moose search
A trail in Edmonton's Forest Heights neighbourhood was closed May 26, 2025, for a search for an aggressive moose and her calf. (Source: Facebook / City of Edmonton) Public trails in Forest Heights were closed on Monday because of sightings of an aggressive moose and calf. Fish and wildlife officers were deployed to search for the animal. All trails were closed in the northern part of the neighbourhood between the Riverside Golf course and Wayne Gretzky Drive. CTV News Edmonton has asked the city for an update. According to Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement, moose are not normally aggressive but a cow moose with a calf may charge if she feels threatened. Officials told the public not to approach calves, as mothers are very protective and usually nearby. Warning signs of an agitated moose include raised neck and back hair, pinned ears, snorting or lip licking. Sightings can be reported to 310-0000 or 1-800-642-3800 after hours. More to come…
CTV News
26-05-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Disoriented, stumbling moose on the loose in Southern Georgian bay area
Residents and visitors in the Go Home Lake area have reported sightings of a moose behaving unusually, including walking near roadways and circling the area. In response to these concerns, the Township dispatched a bylaw officer to assess the situation on May 25, 2025. (Township of Georgian Bay) A moose on the free has been spotted acting strangely, according to some residents of Southern Georgian Bay. On Sunday around 3 p.m., locals observed a wild moose stumbling near the road and circling the area of Go Home Lake. Worried for the animal's wellbeing, the Township of Georgian Bay dispatched a bylaw officer to assess the situation. The bylaw officer determined that the moose appeared to be exhibiting signs of brainworm or moose sickness; a parasitic roundworm that can cause neurological symptoms in moose such as disorientation, stumbling, weakness, and even death. The township is advising the public to exercise caution if they come in contact with this wild animal. A representative from the township says do not approach, touch, or feed the moose. Report any sightings or unusual behavior to local authorities. A bylaw officer returned to the area Monday morning but was unable to find the disoriented animal. The Ministry of Natural Resources has not yet provided an update, but contact has been made to determine what further steps may be taken.
