Life out here in the country means dealing with occasional wildlife encounters. Thankfully, in Wise County, we don’t have lions and tigers and bears to worry about. We certainly do have our share of wildlife though. Snakes, bees, coyotes, opossums, hawks and owls are just some of the many creatures you might find here. There are a few good resources that I have found for information and possible help.

 

The first one is Nature’s Edge Wildlife and Reptile Rescue. While not specifically a Wise County organization, Nature’s Edge can often give advice on what or what not to do when it comes to wildlife. They also are permitted rehabbers. So, if you’ve come across injured wildlife contact Nature’s Edge. Even if they can’t personally help, they can probably point you in the direction of someone who can.

 

This brings me to the next resource, the Facebook group, What Kind of Snake is This? North Texas. Again, while not exclusively a Wise County resource, it is of great help to our community. Join the group for a great education about snakes. Learn how to tell the difference between the various kinds of snakes that you’ll find in our area.  If you encounter a snake and you’re afraid it might be venomous, you can post a picture of it to the group and get an identification from the knowledgeable admins. Most times, identifications are given in minutes. Some of the same people from Nature’s Edge are among the admins of this group.

 

The last resource is another Facebook group, Antman’s Hill. This is the place to go for all the creepy-crawly things, aka bugs. If you want information about spiders and insects, then Antman’s Hill is the place to ask. If you’re looking for some pest management advice or you’re wondering what is that weird looking insect you saw, go ahead and join Antman’s Hill.