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NWCO Six Questions

Last Updated: February 18, 2008 | Related resource areas: Wildlife Damage Management

Handbook Contents \| Learning Objectives \| Definitions of Humane and Integrated Wildlife Damage Management \| Six Questions NWCOs Must Ask \| Resources \| ICWDM \| Wildlife Species Information

1 Balancing the Needs Of People And Wildlife

Balancing the Needs Of People And Wildlife

Consider these six questions when choosing wildlife handling methods pertaining to capture, handling, transportation, and disposal methods for wildlife:

All of these questions are important, but which ones matter most in a particular situation will change with the circumstances of the job. Your understanding of these issues will deepen over time, as you gain experience working with the public and with wildlife. Here are some basic points related to each of these big questions.

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Handbook Contents

Introduction

Needs of People and wildlife

Six Questions NWCOs must ask

Federal Laws and Regulations

Safety Risks for Customers

Best Practices for Wildlife Control

Professionalism Resources for NWCOs

Disclaimer

This manual was written as a guide to train nuisance wildlife control operators in New York State. Laws and regulations may differ in your state. Always consult local and state laws before implementing wildlife damage management activities.

Contact Information

Contact your local Extension Office

Resources

Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management
National Wildlife Control Operator's Association
Wildlife Control

Acknowledgments

We thank the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for contributing this information.

Produced by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and the NYS Integrated Pest Management Program.

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