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Kentucky's wildlife supports ecosystems, public health, and the economy. As habitat loss and urban development increase, so do human-wildlife encounters—some of which can lead to conflict. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources offers tools and guidance to help reduce potential issues.
Don't feed wildlife
Keep pet food indoors
Secure trash
Seal entry points to homes and businesses
Keep pets away from wildlife
Install protective fencing for poultry and livestock
Bats
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Black Bears
Beavers
Coyotes
Deer
Vultures
Effective strategies are key for preventing conflicts. Learn more from the Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management.
In some instances, it is necessary to remove wildlife in cases where they are a threat to human safety or continue to cause property damage despite all preventative measures taken.
Landowners and farmers experiencing depredation of livestock, fish, crops, or property damage caused by furbearers can request help from licensed fur trappers looking to trap coyotes, foxes, river otters, beavers, muskrats, mink, raccoons, opossums, weasels, bobcats, and striped skunks. Furbearer trapping season is open from mid-November to the end of February. Learn more.
For professional assistance, hire a Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator.Important: Some wildlife species cannot be taken by a Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator.
Contact Kentucky Fish and Wildlife's Information Center at 1-800-858-1549 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern) on weekdays.