LESSON 2 – HABITAT AND DISTRIBUTION

Exploring Moose Habitat and Distribution: Understanding their Movements and Territory

🎯 Objective of the Lesson:

This lesson aims to deepen your understanding of the habitat, distribution patterns and migratory behavior of moose across North America. You will learn how these majestic deer adapt their environment according to the seasons and available resources, and how their movements influence wildlife management.

🧭 Who is this lesson for?

This lesson is aimed at hunters, naturalists, wildlife managers, biology students, as well as anyone with a passion for moose and their way of life. It is suitable for curious beginners as well as professionals wishing to deepen their ecological and territorial knowledge of this emblematic species.

📚 Lesson content:

🌲 Types of habitats frequented

• Boreal forests, wetlands, open meadows
• Factors influencing habitat choice: food, shelter, safety

📍 Geographical distribution of moose

• Mapping of their presence in North America
• Density by region and changes over time

🦌 Territorial behavior

• Size of home range by season
• Behavior of males and females during rutting season

🍂 Seasonal migrations

• Environmental triggers (snow, temperature, resources)
• Movements between winter and summer habitats

👣 Dispersion of young moose

• Role in the colonization of new territories
• Impacts on genetic diversity

🔬 Case studies and field data

• Concrete examples of distribution analyses
• GPS monitoring and scientific observations

🌍 Implications for conservation

• Use of data for sustainable management
• Adaptation measures in the face of human pressures (urbanization, climate change)

🏁 Conclusion:

At the end of this lesson, you will understand how moose use their territory and how their movements shape their relationship with the environment. This essential knowledge will enable you to better anticipate their behavior and actively contribute to their conservation and responsible management.