Urban Coyotes – Should You Be Concerned? | Purdue Extension Forestry & Natural Resources

Does it seem you are noticing more and more coyotes roaming urban neighborhoods here in Hamilton County?  Check out this great article addressing many of your possible concerns.

Urban Coyotes – Should You Be Concerned? | Purdue Extension Forestry & Natural Resources

Dealing with Nuisance Wildlife Species in your Neighborhood

Hamilton County residents trying to cope with nuisance wildlife will be able to access a broad range of information any time of the day, any day of the year on the Indiana Department of Natural Resources website. It can also be accessed by clicking here.

The Nuisance Wildlife page provides specific information on the general characteristics, food habits, distribution, reproduction, prevention and control techniques, and disease threats of many species of mammals and birds, as well as general information about snakes.

Because of the large number of raccoons and other species that cause a nuisance for landowners throughout the state, the DNR is unable to provide assistance to actually help remove the animals. The DNR does offer some solutions and advice on how to try to prevent future problems and remove wild animals that have created a problem.

Homeowners may also consider calling a nuisance wild animal control operator on the list provided here.

DNR Urban Wildlife Habitat Cost Share Assistance Available

Calling all property owners and managers— a new DNR program is providing financial assistance for creation of wildlife habitat, specifically pollinator habitat, on urban lands In Hamilton County. Individual properties, HOA common areas, and more are eligible for this funding immediately. These funds can combine with SWCD cost share funds for even more assistance for your project. Whether you’ve received cost share assistance through the SWCD in the past or are starting a new project, contact the SWCD to learn more about the assistance and financial resources available. These DNR funds are time sensitive so do not wait!

Project examples:
 Warm or cool season native grass establishment
 Grain or legume food plots
 Tree/shrub establishment
 Woodland edge feathering, fencerow rehab, etc.
 Interseeding forbs
 Native pollinator habitat and native shrubs

For more information contact Claire Lane, Backyard Conservation Coordinator with Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District.