Know the difference between a bull elk and bull moose before you squeeze the trigger

In almost all of the state's elk zones, there is a possibility that elk hunters could encounter a moose while out in the field

Know your target

That’s one of the first rules taught in hunter education curriculums in every state. Yet, every year, a small percentage of hunters ignore this principal — or possess very poor observation skills — and down an unintended big gam animal.

With the general elk season upon us, Fish and Game officials are reminding elk hunters to “know their target” before pulling the trigger, especially if there are moose in the area.

Moose are an iconic Idaho species, and moose hunts are a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Idahoans.

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