The baby wildlife season is here and while the young animals are cute and fluffy, local Department of Natural Resources authorities are reminding residents to leave them alone. DNR Conservation Officer John Williamson says if you see baby wildlife, just let it be. He says you likely won’t see the parents and that’s okay.

Williamson says wild birds and animals can become attracted to people and their property when they are routinely provided food. Do not leave pet food outside at night, clean up under bird feeders and secure the lids on garbage cans to keep raccoons and other wildlife out. Nuisance animals can become dangerous to people. Handling wild animals can result in the handler being bitten. According to the Centers for Disease Control, wild animals that bite a person must be euthanized immediately to be tested for rabies.