Advised not to feed wildlife

Wild animals are untamed, uncultivated, and part of nature. This fact governs all aspect of their existence, including interaction, nutrition, and reproduction. Wildlife tends to be somewhat harmed when humans intervene to ‘assist’ them or feed them in an inappropriate manner. There are several reasons not to feed animals, the primary one being the preservation of wildlife for future use as a reserve.

It’s true that wild creatures are too adorable and frequently appear to be hungry, but feeding wildlife is never a good idea, whether it’s in a nearby park or while on vacation. There are locations where baboons and monkeys camp, including the Mara River, which is a popular picnic spot for tourists. Visitors may feed the animals here, or they may even be so naughty as to “steal” from an unwary person. In any event, though, they want to set up camp here in the hopes of finding some food.

It causes wildlife to forget their innate fear of humans. Large, possibly hazardous animals may grow overly at ease in residential or recreational settings if they are fed. Animals that know they may beg for food have the potential to become a nuisance or, worse, a threat to public safety. When an animal becomes accustomed to being fed by humans, it may approach those who are afraid of or hostile toward wildlife, endangering the health and safety of both people and animals.
It is risky to feed wildlife from or close to automobiles.

Encouraging wildlife to approach vehicles or cross roadways in search of food is a surefire way to kill or seriously hurt them. Animals may attempt to enter moving cars in an attempt to get food, or they may be struck by them. Vehicles and roads continue to be one of the main reasons why animals die.
Unintentionally feeding wild animals happens occasionally. Here are some strategies to halt the inadvertent food supply:

• Rinse any glass and plastic recyclables to get rid of any smells or food residue.
• Plastic containers should be broken or crushed, and each ring of six-pack carriers should be cut.
• Make sure the plastic food wrap is cleaned and stored in a bag that is knotted or in a trash bin that is tightly covered.
• For wildlife, loose trash poses a choking or tangling hazard.
• When you go to parks and other similar places, make sure you pick up after yourself and observe the animal regulations. Urge other people to follow suit.
• Lastly, recognize when to intervene. When you come across an injured animal, make sure it truly needs your assistance before trying to perform a “rescue.” A tour guide is the best person to be involved in such matters during game drives. This emphasizes how important it is to always have game rangers and guides on hand.