New York and New Jersey are home to a wide assortment of critters. Some of the animals in your area may be classified as endangered or threatened. As humane wildlife specialists, dealing with the safe handling of wild animals is what we do. If your home is invaded by an endangered animal, the situation needs to be handled by a humane specialist.
Endangered Species in NY and NJ
In NY and NJ, many different kinds of animals are considered endangered or threatened. Homeowners are most likely to encounter endangered birds, snakes, turtles, and bats on their property. When you have an animal invasion on your property, proper identification from a wildlife specialist is vital. This can help ensure that the animal is from an endangered or threatened species.
Humane Wildlife Removal and Endangered Species
When encountering an endangered animal on private property, a humane wildlife removal service will refer to practices set by state or federal wildlife protection agencies. This may mean following guidance from the Department of Fish & Wildlife, or the Department of Environmental Conservation, for example. Generally, private citizens should not handle endangered animals. You need a licence or authorization from the governing agency to handle the critter. Otherwise, you can incur fines or legal action.
When an Endangered Animal is Identified
The next course of action can depend on the type of animal or their protection status. Generally, the wildlife removal specialist will still be able to clear out the animals. However, they may need to take extra steps to ensure the animal’s safety. They may also have to contact the wildlife management department responsible for the animal. This can be for reporting an encounter or for further instruction. From there, humane removal and/or relocation can occur.
Following Care for Endangered or Threatened Animals
At NY/NJ Wildlife Removal Inc., we do our best to ensure the safety of all living creatures involved at every step. We use safe and humane methods, such as one-way doors and other exclusionary tools, to minimize harm to the animals we handle. Our licensed professionals are trained in the safe and humane handling of wild animals.