Winter Study reports possible boom for moose population

Credit: Michigan Technological University and Rolf Peterson

ISLE ROYAL NATIONAL PARK — According to the 2017 Winter Report from Michigan Tech, moose populations should continue to rise at Isle Royal National Park.

The study reported that while the wolf population remains at a mere two wolves, moose have increased and there are a number of calves.

This year marks the 59th year the study has been conducted, making it the longest running predator–prey study in the world. You can find the report here.