Not to Fear, Predators are Here!
 Maine's wild predators have an irreplaceable role in our ecosystem, regulating healthy and resilient wildlife populations, yet they still carry the negative connotation associated with their title. Taking a step back to look at the bigger picture reveals the positive power of our predators, their tremendous diversity, and simple ways we can improve our experience living alongside them in Maine. Our latest blog will help you do just that. Take a look!
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Maine's prey populations are healthier and more resilient thanks to regulation by predators.
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Most of Maine’s predators are relatively small in size, many are omnivores, many are active during the day, and the majority are both predator and prey. |
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Fisher are very wary of people and are not a noteworthy threat to neighborhood cats. |
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Coyotes arrived in Maine through natural dispersal, not through introduction. |
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Most human-wildlife conflicts with predators are preventable or resolved when common attractants are removed from your yard. |
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