With young wildlife just old enough to venture out on their own, the provincial government is reminding the public to leave them alone.  

Although it may look like a lone baby animal might need your help, the province assures that the best thing to do is appreciate them from a distance, because the mother is often nearby. 

The government news release adds that wildlife are not pets, and it is illegal to take them home. Human interference with young animals can be harmful, and sometimes fatal. Not only can it harm the animal, but wild animals can carry diseases such as rabies and West Nile virus, which can be transmitted to people. 

If you find a young animal that happens to be vocal, wet, covered in insects, injured the mother is found dead nearby, or has been in the same spot for several hours, you are asked to contact your local conservation officer or the Turn in Poachers and Polluters or TIPP line.