Question 2 of 21

Why have moose been wandering into residential Alaskan neighborhoods more and more over the past 15 years?

... Winter food supply in the wild has been growing increasingly more scarce, compelling the moose to go into town looking for a good meal.

Question 3 of 21

Which months are the worst for moose visits?

... During March and April the least amount of food is found in the wild.

Question 4 of 21

What's the harm in a moose visiting your neighborhood and enjoying a few scraps?

... A hungry moose could return for a second helping and be annoyed if there is a lack of food and lash out at someone.

Question 5 of 21

Which animal exhibits the more dangerous behavior towards humans, a bear or a moose?

... A bear is more dangerous and is a carnivore, while the moose is a herbivore feeding on plants.

Question 6 of 21

So why are moose considered more dangerous than bears?

... They pose a greater threat because of their greater numbers and the vast numbers of them that visit neighborhoods.

Question 7 of 21

How many people in Alaska are wounded annually by moose?

... About five to 10 people a year are wounded each year.

Question 8 of 21

Considering its size and the incidents of violence, can we conclude that the moose is naturally aggressive?

... Their demeanor is usually passive, but hunger can cause uncharacteristic behavior.

Question 9 of 21

During the winter, how large is the garbage-eating moose population in Anchorage?

... The population of moose grows to about 1,000.

Question 10 of 21

Apart from hunger-related aggression, when do moose attacks increase?

... They usually increase in mating season, September and October, as well as in early spring when mothers protect their calves.

Question 11 of 21

Is feeding a visiting moose a bad thing?

... You could encourage the moose to come back for more and if it is not fed again it might get upset and get violent.

Question 12 of 21

Is feeding a moose a crime in Alaska?

... Feeding a moose carries a $110 fine to lower the chance of food-related attacks.

Question 13 of 21

How big is the moose population in Alaska?

... It is estimated that there are more than 120,000 moose in Alaska.

Question 14 of 21

Which weighs more, an average male bear or a male moose?

... A male moose can weigh up to 1,500 pounds (680 kilograms).

Question 15 of 21

What should you do if a moose attacks you?

... Try to run away. Although a moose can outrun you, many times it will not continue to pursue you.

Question 16 of 21

If the moose knocks you down, what should you do?

... Curl into a fetal position and protect your head with your hands.

Question 17 of 21

When you see a moose with its hair raised, head down and ears back, what does this indicate?

... These signs indicate the moose is about to attack you.

Question 18 of 21

What speed can a moose reach?

... Moose can run up to 35 miles per hour (40 kilometers per hour).

Question 19 of 21

Where do most moose-related injuries occur?

... Most moose-related injuries occur on the roads.

Question 20 of 21

During the decade between 1996 and 2006, how many people died from moose-related car crashes?

... According to the Alaska Department of Transportation, there were 17 fatalities in moose-related crashes.

Question 21 of 21

How can you reduce the chance of a moose crash at night?

... It is recommended to follow traffic laws and to drive with your high-beams on.