HWC Blog
We love talking—and writing—about wildlife. Check out our blogs for how-tos, species and seasonal information, wildlife scenarios and more!
4 Halloween decorations that can be deadly for wildlife
Halloween is the perfect time to pull out the skeletons and pumpkins and decorate your front yard. But while your spooky decorations may be fun for people, they can be dangerous—or even deadly—for local wildlife.
To protect animals in your neighborhood, there are several Halloween decorations you should definitely avoid.
What to do if you find an injured, orphaned or ill animal
Finding an injured, ill or orphaned animal probably wasn’t on your to-do list today, but here we are! Check out these steps you should take if you find wildlife in need of assistance.
How to get wildlife to move out
We don’t all like our neighbors—human or animal!
While animals have a right to make a home as well, the spots they choose may not always be ideal. If you have a wild neighbor you’d like to encourage to move on, there are several things you can do to humanely get them to leave.
8 things to remember in baby season
Spring has sprung, and baby season for our native wildlife is upon us. As the weather warms, animals will begin to be out and about—soon with babies in tow! Or… not in tow, depending on the species. With increased animal activity and people spending more time outside, you may run into baby animals—with or without mom—in the upcoming months.
So, how can you tell if a baby animal needs help? Here are eight things to keep in mind this baby season.
I found a bunny nest. Now what?
Eastern cottontail rabbits commonly build nests in what seem like the worst locations—in the middle of lawns, in yards where dogs play or even in planters. How can you protect bunny nests in unideal places? Read more to find out.