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Avoid Wildlife Conflicts: Order Free Informational Pamphlets

Any entity (e.g., a municipality, a business, an organization) may request pamphlets at No Charge on Avoiding Conflicts with Coyotes, Bears, Turkeys, and Bobcats

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Coexisting Humanely with Coyotes

Generally, coyotes are shy and avoid contact with humans. In some areas, however, coyotes may be less fearful of people, associating them with an easy, dependable food source.

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Bear Baiting and Bear Hounding

In 1996, Massachusetts voters passed the Wildlife Protection Act ballot measure, banning recreational bear baiting and bear hounding, practices widely considered unsporting.

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Traveling Exotic Animal Acts

On August 8, 2024, Massachusetts became the 11th U.S. state to restrict the use of wild animals for entertainment by banning the use of elephants, bears, giraffes, primates, and big cats in traveling animal acts!

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About Geese and Waterfowl

The term “waterfowl” refers to migratory birds who live in freshwater habitats, such as geese, swans, and ducks. All waterfowl share the characteristics of webbed feet and flattened bills.

MSPCA-Angell, Shelter Partners Look to Clear the Shelters During Fee-Waived Adoptathon

Groups Hope to Build on Momentum as Summer Adoption Series Comes to a Close

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