04/06/2022
RESCUING WILDLIFE IS LEGAL - KEEPING WILDLIFE IS NOT. Indiana wildlife belongs to ALL Hoosiers and properly caring for wildlife is important. Wildlife regulations keep species safe and ensure humane treatment of wildlife. When truly orphaned or injured wildlife is rescued, the animal MUST be turned over to a permitted wildlife rehabilitator within 24 hours. Wildlife rehabilitators must follow strict guidelines for housing wildlife and are subject to tests and inspections. For information on licenses, permits, becoming a rehabilitator, or for a list of current rehabilitators, please visit on.IN.gov/keepwildlifewild. Contact a rehabilitator before getting involved.
Photo: Rehabilitators at Wildcat Creek Wildlife Center care for and rehabilitate a rescued bald eagle for eventual release.