Wildlife Facts You Should Know

Fawns

Fawns are taught to sit very still, usually in the forest or in tall grass. Occasionally, you may see a fawn lying motionless alongside a roadway. This is one of the defense mechanisms which protects it from predators. The mother leaves her fawn for up to twenty four hours while she feeds. Young fawns do not have a scent, and therefore do not attract predators.

The only time a person should intervene with a fawn is if it or the doe has a life threatening injury.If you find a fawn on the side of the road, gently herd it off the road where another passerby will not see it. The mother and fawn have most likely been separated while crossing the road.An injured fawn should be taken directly to a rehabilitation centre.

Do not feed the fawn - improper feeding can cause severe damage to the intestinal tract and could cause death. Please, be very careful when handling the fawn, as animals do carry ticks, fleas or parasites that could be dangerous to your health.

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