Found a Fawn? Here's What You Need to Know:

If you see a fawn alone, don’t assume it’s orphaned. Just like rabbits, mother deer (does) often leave their babies hidden in shrubs, tall grass, or bushes during the day to keep them safe from predators. The fawn is likely just resting while mom is out foraging.

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If you come across a fawn:

• Keep people, pets, and children away.

• Do NOT touch, feed, or try to move it.

• A fawn in need of help will show signs like:

  • Constant crying or distress calls

  • Flies buzzing around it, presence of fly eggs or maggots

  • Diarrhea 

  • Weak, unable to lift their head ​

  • Visible injures or blood 

Very important: Never try to chase or catch a fawn. They are extremely sensitive to stress, which can lead to a fatal condition called capture myopathy.

If you're truly concerned, the best thing to do is contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Do not intervene on your own.