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Wildlife

In the RM of Edenwold, common wildlife include:
  • White-tailed and Mule Deer: agile, herbivorous mammals with antlers, often seen gracefully navigating through forests, grasslands and even urban settings.
  • Coyotes: adaptable predators known for their distinctive howls and ability to thrive in diverse environments .
  • Skunks: nocturnal mammals known for their distinctive black-and-white markings and their ability to spray a foul-smelling liquid as a defense mechanism.
  • Badgers: Solitary, stout, nocturnal mammals known for their digging ability and distinctive black-and-white faces.
  • Raccoons: nocturnal mammals known for their distinctive black masks, ringed tails, and exceptional manual dexterity, which allows them to manipulate objects and forage efficiently.

 

Here are some general tips to help keep wildlife from moving onto your property or community:
  • Do Not Feed Wildlife: Avoid leaving food outside, including pet food and bird feeders, as they attract animals.
  • Secure Trash: Use trash cans with tight-fitting lids and store them indoors if possible.
  • Remove Attractants: Clear fallen fruit, vegetables, and other food sources from your yard.
  • Install Fencing: Use fencing to protect gardens and other areas from wildlife.
  • Seal Entry Points: Close off any gaps or holes in your home’s exterior to prevent animals from entering.
  • Maintain Landscaping: Trim overgrown shrubs and trees to reduce hiding spots.
  • Use Natural Repellents: Consider using natural deterrents like cayenne pepper to keep animals away.

 

The RM appoints Wildlife Officers to provide remedial action against specific wildlife.  Please contact the RM Office if you need a Wildlife Officer's assistance for the following species:

  • Coyote
  • Nuisance Beaver
  • Porcupine
  • Badger
Deer

While the RM would like to help you with your deer-related concerns, in almost all cases, the RM cannot provide any help. Wild animals are outside municipal jurisdiction and instead fall to the provincial government and the Ministry of Environment. If you have questions about deer in the community, please call the Ministry of Environment at (800) 567-4224 or visit Ministry of Environment Reporting Wildlife Scenarios

 
Skunks

The RM has a limited number of skunk traps available for resident use at the RM Office.

 

Coyotes

The RM has instated a bounty for coyotes.  Please refer here for more information.

To keep yourself and your pets safe, please follow these safety tips:

  • Keep your pets safe  - Coyotes are particularly dangerous to domestic pets as they see cats and dogs as prey. To keep your pets safe, keep unattended cats and dogs indoors or in completely enclosed runs, especially at night. Do not assume that a fence will keep a coyote out of your backyard. Make sure you turn on outdoor lights if it is dark, and check your backyard for unexpected wildlife. If you are walking your pet outside, make sure to keep them on a short leash while walking.
  • Stay wary if coyotes are in the area - If you or a neighbour have seen coyotes in the area, do not leave children unsupervised. Coyotes will not attack adults, but children are less likely to scare coyotes away. When walking outside, bring noisemakers, like whistles and horns, to scare coyotes away. If you encounter a coyote, yell, clap your hands, whistle, and try to make yourself look large. Whatever you do, do not run away, turn your back on a coyote, or let a coyote get between yourself and your pet or child.