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A Jasper National Park spokesperson explained why the salt licking was a
. He warned that the moose's
is becoming an increasing problem and could be fatal. He said: "This
started as an occasional issue a
years ago and now is too common. People are getting far too
, and it's perpetuated by the moose's
with salt." A tour operator said: "I hate to say it, but this road salt is kind of like a
for the moose." The salt habit poses additional
for the moose. Cars are invariably covered with a whole
of harmful chemicals. In addition, moose are vulnerable to pneumonia. Licking car
could increase the risk of spreading disease.
