The hunting season for humans in Alaska starts September 1st in most areas. There were almost 8000 moose killed in Alaska last year by hunters. The latest estimate of the moose population in Alaska is slightly over 160,000. Many Alaskan families rely on the moose as a source of protein for the entire year. The human is an efficient predator with the use of modern tools such as the rifle, scope, all-terrain vehicles, and the airplane.
Some hunters stalk the moose with bow and arrow.
Once the moose is dead, the meat is eaten on the spot. The grizzly will defend the carcass and it is dangerous for any creature to get near the meat. This attack is called ham-stringing because the moose cannot walk if the wolves can injure the legs of the victim. Moose are not defenseless when attacked by the bear or wolf. They can kick with their front and rear legs with deadly force.