Signs of spring are popping up at different levels throughout Wisconsin. Snow is melting, or is already gone, temperatures continue to rise overall, and everyone is enjoying increased daylight.
Another thing that happens this time of year is that wild animals and their young will be on the move across Wisconsin, and people may encounter young animals on their property or while enjoying the great outdoors.
With that in mind, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wanted to reach out to the public with an important reminder: knowing what to do before you find a young wild animal can make all the difference for its safety and for keeping it in the wild with its parents, where it belongs.
What To Do If You Encounter A Young Wild Animal Alone Outdoors
Young animals are very cute, and when people see them alone, it can be concerning. Jenna Fastner, DNR captive wildlife health specialist, says they receive many inquiries from people concerned about the safety of young wildlife they discover.
However, Fastner says that it’s
