4 moose released in 1904 became 200,000 and changed Newfoundland forests

 A century after just four moose were released in Newfoundland to attract hunters, the introduced animals transformed the island’s forests and wildlife management. Their population grew to nearly 200,000 before habitat damage triggered declines. A new management plan explains how science is now helping keep moose numbers in balance with forests, public safety and long-term ecosystem health. A century after just four moose were released in Newfoundland to attract hunters, the introduced animals transformed the island’s forests and wildlife management. Their population grew to nearly 200,000 before habitat damage triggered declines. A new management plan explains how science is now helping keep moose numbers in balance with forests, public safety and long-term ecosystem health.