Press Herald: A small parasite is taking a big bite out of northern New England`s moose population.
Across the region, moose are falling prey to the winter tick in some areas at an alarming rate. As Maine prepares for its annual moose-hunt lottery Saturday, the state has taken significant measures to protect its herd.
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In this file photo, a moose crosses a road near Kokadjo, on the eastern side of Moosehad Lake. A small parasite is taking a big bite out of northern New England's moose...