Michigan wildlife biologists are investigating the deaths of two moose in western Marquette County but indicate foul play isn’t suspected. The cow and yearling were found last week within 10 miles of each other near Republic in the Upper Peninsula, according to the Mining Journal of Marquette.
They didn’t appear to have been shot or struck by vehicles, but both moose had heavy tick infestations, which can weaken animals and can be fatal.
Roell said the moose were X-rayed and examined for injuries. Tissue samples were then sent to a laboratory in Lansing for analysis with results not expected for some time.
