Wildlife
Wildlife in Boulder County
Do you have squirrels chewing on your trees or raccoons eating your corn? Tired of dealing with mice in your house? Wildlife Masters are available to provide information on how to deal with these critters and more. Trained volunteers can help the public address wildlife conflicts.
How do you contact a Wildlife Master? Call the main Boulder County Extension Office number at 303-678-6238 and ask to be placed in the Wildlife Master voicemail or e-mail wildlifemaster@bouldercounty.org
Wildlife Damage Management Contractors
It is important to find a company with which you feel comfortable and fits your specific needs. Not all companies deal with all animals and insects, some animals such as bats and bees have special needs. Many of the listed companies have web sites that provide educational information about wildlife behavior and habitat. Understanding why animals do what they do will help you make an informed decision when selecting a company.
Does not imply endorsement.
National Wildlife Control Operators Association
Nuisances Wildlife Laws in Colorado
The following are summaries of Colorado’s most common regulations and statutes pertaining to nuisance wildlife questions. The laws and regulations in this link are paraphrased for easier understanding and are intended only as a guide, Nuisance Wildlife Questions. Colorado’s wildlife statutes and regulations can be viewed in their entirety with the following link: Wildlife Rules and Regulations.
Want to become a Wildlife Master?
Assist Boulder County residents in dealing with conflicts with wildlife.
Applications are not currently being accepted.
Resources
Colorado Parks and Wildlife – Colorado Parks & Wildlife – Living with Wildlife
Crossing Paths with Wildlife – Colorado Parks & Wildlife – Crossing Paths with Wildlife
USDA Wildlife Services – USDA APHIS | Wildlife Services State Offices
CSU College of Ag Sciences – Pest Problems after Storms
Adams County Extension – Living With Wildlife
Boulder County Rural Living Guide – Wildlife, Pollinators, and Windbreaks: Boulder County Rural Living Guide
Featured Resources
Wildlife Conservation Actions Graduate Certificate
Dive into the history of land ethics while refining your own. Study the current state of wildlife policy as you build the skills to become a change agent. Develop comprehensive habitat management plans and learn to communicate with different audiences about conservation methods, goals, and outcomes.