70-Year-Old Man Killed by Protective Moose While Photographing Calves Near Homer

Tejal Somvanshi Tejal Somvanshi

A 70-year-old Alaska man was fatally attacked by a protective moose while photographing her calves.

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The tragic incident occurred near Homer, just 100 meters from Dale Chorman's home.

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Authorities reported that the mother moose attacked when Dale and his friend encountered the calves.

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The moose is obviously not to blame," said Dale's son, Nathan Spence-Chorman.

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Dale Chorman was an experienced wildlife enthusiast familiar with nature's dangers.

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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is investigating the incident for public safety concerns.

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Female moose are known to defend their calves relentlessly from any perceived threat.

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Wildlife experts stress the importance of giving moose with calves extra space during calving season.

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Dale Chorman's love for wildlife and photography led him into a fatal encounter with a protective moose.

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