The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks reminds Kansans that it is currently fawning season in the state.

 

During this time of year, residents can expect to see newborn deer over the next several weeks. For those who might encounter a fawn in their yard or other location, it is important to know what to do and what not to do. Anyone finding a fawn should not touch it. It is completely normal for a newborn fawn to be found alone this time of year. Does will leave their newborn fawns alone for several hours per day, returning periodically to feed it.

 

Anyone who finds a fawn they believe is injured or that the mother is deceased should contact a game warden. It is illegal to take in a fawn and attempt to rehabilitate or raise it in Kansas.

 

Only certified wildlife rehabbers are permitted to work with injured or abandoned wild animals. To see a list of these providers in Kansas, see the onlineversion of this story at kggfradio.com