Young Male Deer on Beaver Island
Posted: Fri Sep 03, 2021 11:12 am
Keep in mind that the choices that we make have a direct effect on the wild animals that live here. By following these simple actions, you can help protect these animals and help keep wildlife wild:
1. Do not encourage wildlife by feeding or leaving food for them.
2. Do not approach, pick-up, or touch wildlife.
3. Prevent bird seed from accumulating on the ground under feeders.
4. Keep garbage in locked containers or in enclosed spaces.
5. Keep pet food and water containers indoors, especially at night.
6. Enjoy viewing wildlife at a distance. Respect their space and remember they are wild animals that should stay wild.
It is in the best interest for humans and wildlife to not come in contact. If you observe a wild animal acting aggressively towards people, please contact 911. If you find an animal in the wild, leave it be. Only licensed wildlife rehabilitators may possess abandoned or injured wildlife. Unless a person is licensed, it is illegal to possess a live wild animal in Michigan.
Keep Wildlife Wild.
A message from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.