Scientists Tested 507 American Moose — And Found Something Nobody Expected

Winter ticks are killing moose across New Hampshire and Maine, sometimes tens of thousands on a single animal. But after more than a decade of collars and necropsies, researchers found the surprise: a dry September and a moose's own fat reserves can matter more than the ticks themselves. One cow, Moose #59, survived eight winters to prove it. Seen the boom-and-bust tick years yourself? Tell us in the comments and subscribe for more. #Moose #Maine #NewHampshire #WinterTicks #Wildlife