Wild Animals In Bozeman

A wild turkey has apparently found a new home in Bozeman. Residents were amused by a wandering wild turkey spotted in the downtown area.

The abundance of wildlife is one of the many reasons people love living in Montana. Occasionally, wild animals venture into populated areas and cause a commotion.

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Back in 2021, a large bull moose was seen near a shopping center near N. 19th Avenue. Due to the potentially dangerous situation, law enforcement and wildlife officials tranquilized the animal and loaded it into a trailer before transporting it to a safer location. Here's a few pictures taken that day.

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Bears are another nuisance in Bozeman, which is why it's extremely important to store your trash properly. If you leave it out on the street, your garbage will most likely get spread around the neighborhood due to curious black bears.

It's not uncommon to see wild animals if farm fields surrounding Bozeman, but most of the time, they keep their distance from humans. If you see a wild animal in town, please leave it alone. It will eventually move on. There's no need to call the police unless the animal is causing a problem.

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Bozeman Driver Gets Unexpected Co-Pilot. A Beautiful Turkey

A wild turkey was spotted on top of a vehicle in a Bozeman neighborhood. Residents near Lamme St. were amused by the turkey that appeared to be roosting on top of a sprinter van.

The van had California license plates, so maybe the turkey was trying to hitch a ride a spend some time on the beach. Shortly after the turkey was spotted, it jumped off the van and headed to a coffee shop around the corner. It must've been exhausted after such an exciting morning.

12 Animals You Must Report If You Hit Them in Montana

Ever hit an animal while driving in Montana? It’s an unfortunate reality of life on the road here, and while some critters can scurry off unscathed, others aren’t so lucky.

So, who do you call? If you hit one of these animals, you’ll need to report it to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) or local law enforcement. If it’s an emergency—say, the animal is still alive and injured in a way that poses a hazard—call 911. Otherwise, the non-emergency number will do. They’ll guide you on the next steps and make sure everything is properly documented.

Not sure which animals make the list? Keep reading, because failing to report could land you in hot water.

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Top 7 Places with Highest Risk of Bear Encounters in Montana

It's important to note that while certain areas have higher bear populations, bears are wild animals with unpredictable behaviors. Encounters can happen anywhere in bear country, and the best defense is always preparedness: carrying bear spray, making noise while hiking, and securing food and trash.

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Montana's Top 5 Towns To Call Home

They say "Home is where your heart is", and if your heart is in Big Sky Country, there's a little bit of something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a bigger city feel or a small town, you can find it here in Montana.

So, which Montana towns are the best places to call home? According to one source, 5 towns make the list, and you can find all 5 below.

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