Moose are becoming a problem in Area 5. I have lived here for 34 years and never saw one until about 7 yrs ago. Scarce at first, but now a common presence on our property. They don't scare away easily so we feel like we are being held hostage in our home at times. This year they destroyed my fruit trees and last week a cow moose attacked my dog. She is fast so got away, but it was scary. If this happens again, is it legal for me to shoot the moose? I have a hunting license, but obviously no moose tag because there are so few awarded. What will it take to get more moose tags in Area 5? We only live 5 miles from Coeur d'Alene so it's not as if we have invaded their territory. And like I said, we were here first.
Answer:
Thanks for your question on moose tags.
Right now we are in the process of making recommendations on moose hunting seasons. We are recommending an increase in the number of moose tags that will be offered in Unit 5. We'll continue to look at tag numbers in there and continue to increase tags if it looks like the moose population can take the additional pressure.
You comments for the 2015 proposals can be submitted at https://fishandgame.idaho.gov/content/webform/2015-16-season-proposals-m...
Moose are native to Idaho and have been present throughout the state before cities were here.
Answered on:
Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - 10:15 AM MST