Pembroke Pines Prepared - Living with Wildlife

Florida's wildlife and human populations encounter each other more than ever before, and the circumstances which create conflicts with wildlife are as varied as the environment of Florida itself. As people develop more open space and wildlife habitat is reduced and fragmented, conditions are often created which attract wildlife which can result in conflicts. Understanding wildlife behavior can help you appreciate and coexist, while reducing negative impacts. The City of Pembroke Pines encourages all residents to become informed about the wildlife around them to ensure everyone’s safety.  Living with Wildlife

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Never Feed Wildlife - Feeding wildlife can reduce their fear of humans which may result in aggression and the need for the animal to be removed or killed in order to protect public safety.

Secure Your Home, Property and Animals - In some cases “uninvited” wildlife may visit yards and neighborhoods which may create conflicts with you or your neighbors. Wildlife will return to unsecured food sources even after just one visit and can easily become habituated to humans. Prevent unwanted interactions and learn how to coexist with wildlife by identifying and securing attractants. Here is an attractant SCORECARD that will help you identify what is attracting wildlife to your area.

Keep your pets SAFE Around Wildlife.

Living with ALLIGATORS.

Please visit Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for more information regarding living with wildlife and preventing wildlife conflicts.