Keep Your Distance from Newborn Wildlife
Keep Your Distance from Newborn Wildlife With spring in the air, many people are enjoying the outdoors and spending time in nature. However, it is important to remember that newborn wildlife is especially vulnerable during this time. If you see a baby animal alone, it is important to leave it alone. There are a few reasons why it is important not to approach newborn wildlife. First, the mother animal may be nearby and will return soon. If you scare the mother away, she may abandon her young. Second, even if the mother animal is not nearby, the baby animal may still be cared for by other members of its family. If you touch or handle the baby animal, you may leave behind your scent, which could confuse the mother animal when she returns. Finally, even if the baby animal is truly orphaned, it is important to leave it alone. Wildlife rehabilitators are trained to care for orphaned animals and will give them the best chance of survival. If you see a baby animal that you think is...