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Human-Wildlife Conflicts

Human-Wildlife Conflicts

Damage to Corn by Deer

Mole Damage

Properly planned management can still encourage wanted wildlife species while minimizing nuisance wildlife problems. Specifics vary on a case-by-case basis. However, successful plans include taking steps to prevent damage before the damage occurs, monitoring for signs of new damage, and minimizing further damage through a combination of approved techniques. You will rarely be able to eliminate nuisance wildlife, and minimizing nuisance wildlife is an ongoing process. For information on managing nuisance wildlife problems, contact the USDA Wildlife Services/IDNR Wildlife Conflicts Hotline at 1-800-893-4116. Keep in mind that some nuisance animals you encounter are regulated and protected by federal, state, and/or local regulations. The Hotline and publications listed below can help you to work within regulations and address your individual damage problems.

• Purdue Wildlife Crop Damage Web Site
• Conflicts with Wildlife Around the Home (PPP-56)
• Why do Animals Eat Bark and Wood from Trees and Shrubs? (FNR-203)
• Cats and Wildlife, a Conservation Dilemma