Why Feeding Mesocarnivores Isn't A Good Idea

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Date of Publication
October 9, 2023
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Overview

This fact sheet discusses various mesocarnivores often encountered near human environments and why it is important to refrain from feeding these animals.

Mesocarnivores, such as raccoons, foxes, coyotes, and opossums, are animals whose diet mostly consists of meat. They provide many benefits to an ecosystem and aid in the mitigation of zoonotic diseases. This fact sheet discusses various mesocarnivores often encountered near human environments and why it is important to refrain from feeding these animals. (4 Pages)

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