Wyoming Game and Fish officials are asking Jackson residents to do their part to avoid conflicts with wildlife in residential areas this fall, particularly moose and bears.
This time of year, the Game and Fish office in Jackson starts to get a lot of calls about wildlife in residential neighborhoods, especially moose and bears. This has prompted wildlife officials to offer advice on how to avoid problems with these animals.
Biologists say they get many calls about moose in Jackson Hole because it’s the breeding season and bulls travel through the valley looking for cows. They also begin to rub their antlers on anything they can.
According to Jackson Wildlife Biologist Aly Courtemanch, they will get reports of bull moose with a variety of things wrapped around their antlers, including fencing, hammocks, rope swings, Christmas lights, and lawn furniture.
Wyoming Game and Fish officials are asking residents to remove anything on their property that these animals may become entangled in.
Jackson Large Carnivore Biologist Mike Boyce says that bears commonly start showing up in developed areas this time of year.
While bears may just be passing through, Boyce said that it’s important they do not get any food rewards, such as improperly stored garbage.
As noted in updated bear regulations adopted by Teton County, garbage should be always stored in certified bear resistant containers or in a secure building or enclosure. All bird feeders are to be hung with a catch pan at least 10 feet from the ground, deck railing or patio and 4 feet away from any tree, post, or support structure.
Bear incidents should be immediately reported to prevent future problems
To report a potential wildlife conflict people may call the Jackson office of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department at 800-423-4113 or 307-733-2321.
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