Wildlife Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question about the nature and wildlife of Massachusetts? Find answers to many of the frequently asked questions to below or find who to contact if you can't find what you're looking for.
Birds
What should I do if I find a baby bird out of the nest?
What should I do if I find an injured bird?
What do I do with an inconvenient nest?
What are common bird diseases?
Why are the woodpeckers drilling holes on my house?
Why are the woodpeckers making that drumming sound?
Why are birds acting aggressively?
Do you have tips for feeding the birds?
Where can I learn about hawk migration?
Do bird populations change seasonally?
Is it alright to feed the ducks?
Why do ducks make nests in enclosed areas?
What should I do about ducks in my swimming pool?
What can I do about grackles dropping large white sacs in my swimming pool?
Why am I seeing robins in winter?
What is that bird that is singing at night?
Why do some birds have white feathers?
Where can I learn about birdhouses (nestboxes)?
Insects
Why are there so many ladybugs in my house?
What are those big brown bugs in my house?
What are all those little grey moths?
I saw an insect that resembled a hummingbird. What was it?
What do I do if I found a tick on me?
How can I prevent Lyme Disease?
How do I know if my tree has an Asian Longhorned Beetle infestation?
Can you help identify a butterfly?
Reptiles & Amphibians
What kind of turtles are in Massachusetts?
What do I do if I see a turtle crossing the road?
What species of snakes are in Massachusetts?
What do I do if I encounter a snake?
Are there poisonous snakes in Massachusetts?
Mammals
What do I do if my pet is sprayed by a skunk?
Are black squirrels common in Massachusetts?
What should I do if I encounter a bear?
What do I do if there is a bat in my house?
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