State and local experts warn that well-intentioned human interactions with wildlife can often cause more harm than good. They encourage residents to contact wildlife professionals instead of attempting to help themselves.
Brawley, a coyote, stands near a fence at The San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024 in Ramona, CA. The desire to help an injured or lost wild animal is natural. But, even when done with the best of intentions, state and local experts say interactions between humans and wildlife can often cause more harm than good.
“Wild animals rarely require human help,” state officials say on their website. “Attempts to approach or handle wildlife can actually cause serious injury or harm to you or the animal.” The next step is to determine if the wild animal has visible signs of distress, such as injury or poor body condition like appearing thin or weak.
A sick, injured or orphaned wild animal in distress may only receive extended treatment from a wildlife rehabilitation professional under a Native Wildlife Rehabilitation permit issued by the state.
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