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Living with Wildlife

People and wildlife can coexist if we recognize the importance of respecting the wildness of wildlife.

Living with Black Bears

black bear in trash can

When bears venture into human territory, problems can occur. Find out what you can do to stay safe and keep bears out of trouble.


Got Bats?

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Learn to live with bats and help with their long-term conservation.


Managing Human-Beaver Conflicts

Two beavers

Learn what can be done to reduce the risk of property damage by beavers while maintaining the important wildlife habitat their dams create.


Injured and Orphaned Wildlife

deer fawn

Learn what to do if you find a sick or injured animal.


Rattlesnake Response Program

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Vermont’s Rattlesnake Response Program is a FREE service that aims to protect Vermont residents and Timber Rattlesnakes by safely moving nuisance rattlesnakes away from private and public property.


Nesting Turtle FAQs

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Learn to live with nesting turtles and contribute to the long-term persistence of Vermont’s turtle populations.


Human-Wildlife Conflict Resources

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Find help when wildlife cause conflicts.


Wildlife Diseases

White Tailed Deer

Learn about the wildlife diseases of concern in Vermont.

Avian Influenza

Animal Importation and Possession Rules

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Learn about the rules governing the importation, possession, and sale of pets and animals in Vermont.


Vermont's Roadkill Procedure

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Help us learn where roads are impacting wildlife movement by reporting roadkills and find out more about the state’s policy for removing roadkill in Vermont.


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