Look, but don’t touch: Idaho Fish and Game issues Spring warning for baby wildlife

Look, but don’t touch: Idaho Fish and Game issues Spring warning for baby wildlife

IDAHO (KIFI) — With spring in the air and baby wildlife season in full bloom, Idaho Fish and Game is issuing an important reminder to hikers and outdoor enthusiasts: "Enjoy the sight, but remember it is best to leave young wildlife alone." As people head out into the Gem State's backcountry, IDFG says they're bound to see young wildlife, but warn that human intervention usually does more harm than good. Every spring, IDFG offices are flooded wit…

'Look, don't touch': IDFG warns against 'rescuing' baby wildlife

The Fish and Game office urges residents to leave young wildlife alone, as interventions can harm their development and are often unnecessary.

Georgia DNR warns against 'helping' young wildlife

The instinct to help a seemingly abandoned or injured wild animal is strong, but Georgia wildlife officials are urging the public to resist intervening, explaining that human contact can often be detrimental to the animal's survival.

Idaho Fish and Game urges public to leave baby wildlife alone during spring season

LEWISTON, ID — As spring brings an increase in wildlife activity across Idaho, officials are reminding the public that what may appear to be abandoned baby animals are often not in danger—and should be left alone. In a recent advisory, Idaho Fish and Game said the peak of baby wildlife season means more people will encounter young animals such as ducklings, goslings and deer fawns. While the instinct to help may be strong, the agency stresses th…