Wildlife

FACT: It is illegal to possess any wild animal who naturally lives in the state, unless you are transporting the animal to a licensed wildlife rehabilitation center for care.

The City of Bothell is home to all types of wildlife including, but not limited to: coyotes, bobcat, deer, raccoon, beavers, opossum, squirrels, rabbits, crows, ducks and more. 

Most wildlife sightings do not need to be reported.  If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.   

Detailed information about reporting wildlife observations, is available through Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife online and at regional WDFW offices , located throughout Washington.  

Steps to Keep Wildlife from Invading Your Space

• Securely close and lock garbage cans and compost bins. 
• Feed pets indoors. 
• More Information: see the Department of Fish and Wildlife's Living with Wildlife.

Property destruction concerns?  

Here are additional resources:

• PAWS Wildlife Center
• Sarvey Wildlife Center
• Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
• Washington State University Extension Office