Visit Ontario's Invading Species online to learn more about invasive forest pests, to report a sighting, and for landowner resources. The website includes information on the Spongy Moth, Emerald Ash Borer, Asian Long-horned Beetle, and other common pests and pathogens.
Wildlife
Quinte Conservation does not regulate the following categories: wildlife, hunting, invasive species, species at risk. Below you will find resource links and phone numbers to the appropriate agency for each topic.
If you have witnessed a suspected violation or have information about individuals who may have been involved in illegal hunting, fishing, or poaching, make a report to the the MNRF TIPS hotline at 1-877-847-7667.
You can also make a report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
Injured wildlife
Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre - If you have found an injured animal, call 613-354-0264.
Injured Turtle - If you have found an injured turtle or eggs that have been accidentally dug up or disturbed, call the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre at 705-471-5000. You can also call this number to be directed to the nearest Turtle Trauma Clinic.
Helping an Injured Turtle - You will need to note the location (road, major intersection, kilometer marker) where the turtle was found to ensure it can be released according to provincial regulations.
Deceased wildlife
Removal and clean up - It is the landowners responsibility to remove and clean up deceased wildlife found on the property. You can learn more about removal and clean up methods on this webpage from the Ontario Government. A local pest control/trapping service may be able to assist with the removal.
Municipalities are responsible for the public properties that they own. This includes municipally owned public beaches. Contact your local municipality to make a report.
Suspicious fish and wildlife deaths
If you are suspicious of a fish/wildlife death, make a report for:
Bats - Report unusual activity or deaths to the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative at 1-866-673-4781 or the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667-1940 (1-866-686-6072 for hearing impaired).
Birds - If you see a significant number of dead birds in one location, or if you see a few dead birds (especially waterfowl, American crows, common ravens, black-billed magpies, blue jays), contact the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative at 1-866-673-478.
Fish - Report fish die-off to the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667-1940. If you suspect the fish died as a result of a spill, call the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks' Spills Action Centre at 1-800-268-6060.
Wildlife - Report a suspicious wildlife death to the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667-1940.
Canada Geese
Learn what you can do about Canada Geese with our brochure.
Beavers
- Quinte Conservation does not forecast floods caused by beaver dam breaches or regulate beaver management, and rarely has jurisdiction to remove beaver dams. We will not remove beaver dams located on private property.
- The Ministry of Natural Resources has information on what landowners can do if beavers are causing damage to your property.
- The Department of Fisheries and Ocean’s has a Code of practice for beaver dam breaching and removal to prevent harmful impacts to fish and fish habitat.
Invasive fish and invertebrates
Visit Ontario's Invading Species online to learn more about invasive fish and invasive invertebrates, to report a sighting, and for landowner resources. Webpages include information on the Asian Carps, Goldfish, Zebra Mussels, Rusty Crayfish, and other common invasive aquatic species.
Find a list of Ontario's Species at Risk, and learn more about how species at risk are protected, how to comment on protecting species at risk, and how to get an Endangered Species Act permit or authorization.
Report sightings of reptiles and amphibians to Ontario Nature.