Contributed by community member Kate Gerdnt 

CBHOA has reports of concerning wildlife interactions. Learning about and practicing best management strategies will help promote healthy wildlife populations while also protecting human health and well-being. Become educated on how to cohabitate sustainably with other creatures by reading the guidance on issues affecting our community.

FEEDING OF WILDLIFE

Support the beloved critters who share our neighborhood by protecting them, us, our loved ones, and our pets (one of our neighbor's elderly dog was attacked and gravely injured by a deer a few years ago). DO NOT FEED OR BAIT DEER. INCLUDING SALT LICKS. Resources from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife:

• https://wdfw.wa.gov/species-habitats/living/wildlife-feeding

• https://wdfw.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2021-09/deer_feeding_brochure_final_0.pdf

SPREADING AVIAN DISEASES

Help protect against and stop the spread avian diseases and bird flu. Regular cleaning of feeders and bird baths is important in keeping birds healthy. Resources from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife:

• https://wdfw.wa.gov/species-habitats/living/habitat-at-home/songbird-habitats#songbird-feeder Landscaping with native plants:

• https://www.wnps.org/native-gardening/wildlife

HUMMINGBIRDS Hummingbird feeders can attract pests, predators, and cause fatal competition amongst the birds. Learn more about hummingbird habitat through the following resources:

• https://www.birdsandblooms.com/birding/attracting-hummingbirds/are-hummingbirdsterritorial/?srsltid=AfmBOoq9AFJJX6_TmTy8jfV2bG1doIlqZrmBHcCc8uGbf62FwVn29FgN

• https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/why-do-hummingbirds-fight-somuch/#:~:text=Overall%2C%20you'll%20feed%20far,ll%20be%20much%20happier%2C%20too.

• https://www.wildliferescue.ca/2020/09/18/the-ultimate-quick-guide-to-hummingbird-feeders/

• https://theforestguild.com/top-10-native-plants-for-attracting-hummingbirds-in-the-pacific-northwest/

COYOTES

Coyotes are present in the community. Do not leave tiny children and pets (cats, dogs, cockatoos, etc.) outside unattended. Resources from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife:

• https://wdfw.wa.gov/species-habitats/species/canis-latrans