It’s horrifying to see a skunk running across a road with a container stuck over his entire head. He darts into traffic, nearly causing an accident. You want to help, but you’re afraid of getting sprayed. What to do? First, understand the source of the problem. Skunks have a keen sense of smell, and plunge their heads into discarded food containers. Unfortunately, yogurt containers (especially the Yoplait brand) are perfectly sized to entrap a … [Read more...]
Wild Wildlife Jobs
If you are spending your weekends hiking camping or just looking at the bugs and butterflies in your backyard, you might consider converting your recreational passion into your livelihood by searching for a wildlife job. While animal shelters or dog training might be top of mind when considering a career with or about animals, if you use your imagination, you will find opportunities for wildlife jobs in all sectors of the economy. Wildlife jobs … [Read more...]
Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation
Have you found a sick, injured, or orphaned wild animal? You may be wondering whether you can care for the animal yourself. Caring for wildlife requires specialized knowledge. And keeping wildlife, even temporarily while providing care, requires authorization from your state and/or federal wildlife agencies. If a wild animal needs medical help, finding a wildlife rehabilitator is the right thing to do. This Q&A answers common questions about … [Read more...]