DNR attempts to find out why Minnesota moose are dying
By Tom Nehil | 01/31/13
With increasing evidence that the Minnesota moose population is in decline, the DNR has launched a program to try to determine the cause of this disappearance. The program uses new technology — including special collars that send researchers a text message when a moose dies — and animal management experience to try to get a handle on the problem.
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