29/07/2025
🦝 QUIZ ANSWERS – “Would You Rescue or Leave It?”
How did you do? Let’s break it down 👇
1. A baby deer (fawn) curled up alone under a tree.
✅ Correct Answer: B) Leave it!
🦌 Mama deer intentionally leaves her fawn hidden for hours at a time to avoid attracting predators. As long as the baby looks healthy (no flies, visible wounds wrinkled ears, or crying), leave it alone and keep pets away.
2. A baby bird on the ground with tiny tail feathers. Can hop, but not fly.
✅ Correct Answer: B) Leave it!
🐦 That’s a fledgling, and it’s in “flight school.” Parents are still feeding and watching nearby, even if you don’t see them. Only intervene if it’s injured or in a dangerous spot (like a parking lot).
3. A litter of baby bunnies in a shallow nest. No mom in sight.
✅ Correct Answer: B) Leave them be.
🐰 Mother rabbits only visit their nests 1–2 times a day—usually early morning and late evening—to avoid drawing predators. The babies are likely fine. If you’re unsure, do the “string test” and call us.
4. A single juvenile opossum wandering in your yard during the day.
✅ Correct Answer: B) It might be fine—wait and call first.
🍼 Young opossums who are around 7" or longer (not including the tail) are old enough to be on their own. If it's smaller or acting strangely, then yes—call us. Otherwise, it’s just exploring.
🎯 Moral of the story:
When in doubt—call before you "rescue."
Wild babies aren’t always orphaned, and your good intentions can sometimes cause harm. Let’s work together to give them the best shot at staying wild!
📞 (800) 495-8403
