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Sweden’s ‘Moose Migration’ Livestream Launches Early Due to Warm Spring

The annual slow TV event documenting moose crossing the Ångerman River began a week early, captivating millions of global viewers with its tranquil, real-time nature scenes.

This undated photo, issued by SVT, shows Moose in Junsele, Sweden during preparations for the livestream 'The Great Moose Migration' to document the annual Moose migration near Kullberg in northern Sweden. (SVT via AP)
This undated photo, issued by SVT, shows Moose in Junsele, Sweden during preparations for the livestream 'The Great Moose Migration' to document the annual Moose migration near Kullberg in northern Sweden. (SVT via AP)
This undated photo, issued by SVT, shows preparations in Junsele, Sweden for the livestream 'The Great Moose Migration' to document the annual Moose migration near Kullberg in northern Sweden. (SVT via AP)
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Overview

  • The 20-day livestream, hosted by Swedish broadcaster SVT, began on April 15, 2025, a week earlier than planned due to warmer weather prompting early migration.
  • Viewership for the event has grown significantly since its 2019 debut, with 9 million viewers tuning in last year to watch the moose migration unfold in real-time.
  • SVT employs a 15-person production team using over 30 remote cameras, night vision technology, and drones to capture the moose crossing the Ångerman River without disturbing the animals.
  • Fans worldwide, including a dedicated online community of over 76,000 members, adjust their schedules to follow the moose trek, celebrating its calming and unscripted appeal.
  • The event is part of the broader slow TV trend, emphasizing unedited and meditative storytelling, offering a counterbalance to fast-paced digital content.