Wildlife Concerns

Is there an issue with wild animals, nuisance insects or bees on city property?

Dangerous Wildlife

• Animals such as bears, moose, cougars, and coyotes can become dangerous.

  • In an emergency situation where there is immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

  • For non-emergency situations involving bears, moose, and cougars, call Alberta Fish & Wildlife 403-381-5266

  • For non-emergency situations involving coyotes, call 3-1-1.

Injured wildlife

• Non-emergency (sightings or concerns)

  • Call 3-1-1

  • Alberta Environment and Parks, Fish & Wildlife – 403-381-5266

• There are three wildlife rehabilitation options serving Southern Alberta:

  • Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation - 403-214-1312

  • Alberta Institute for Wildlife - 403-946-2361

  • Alberta Birds of Prey Centre - 403-345-4262

Rattlesnakes

• If a rattlesnake is on your property and needs to be relocated, call the snake hot-line at 403-332-6806.

• Learn what to do if you encounter a rattlesnake in a natural area.

Bee Swarms

• If you see a swarm of honey bees, stay calm and call the response line 403-393-2058.

Livestock within city limits

• To report livestock on the loose, call the Lethbridge Police Service non-emergency line at 403-328-4444

Nuisance wildlife

• For wild animals or nuisance insects (including mice, ground squirrels, and insects) on private property, we encourage you to contact a local pest control company to help with the issue you are experiencing.

Domestic animals (cats & dogs)

• Concerns or information about domestic animals (cats, or dogs) can be found on the Animal Shelter web page, or you can give them a call at 403-320-4099.

• If you suspect animal neglect or abuse, call Alberta SPCA at 1-800-455-9003.

Have questions about local wildlife?

• Contact the Helen Schuler Nature Centre at 403-320-3064