The study aimed to analyse the spatial structure of moose (Alces alces) in central-eastern
Poland, taking into account sex structure and preferences regarding the composition of social
groups. The density of animals in forest and swamp areas was analysed. Moose were shown to
strongly prefer forest areas. Females moving with fawns and single females and males were
most often observed. Statistical analysis confirmed that the biotope preference of this species
does not depend on the type of social group in which the animals migrate. In the territory of
the Regional Directorate of State Forests in Lublin, the moose density per 1000 ha of forest
and swamp averaged 5.9 individuals. Reproductive success and the number of young born
were typical of the species. In 73% of cases, they moved in three dominant types of social
groups, i.e. a hind with fawns, solitary stags and solitary hinds. The animals were found
mainly in forest areas (65.1%). It should be remembered that in European forests it is very
rarely possible to maintain Cervidae populations at a level that guarantees the absence of
foraging effects on forest regeneration and the maintenance of its sustainability. Therefore,
continuous monitoring of the species’ population size is recommended.