Wildlife Mortality

Report wild bird mortality to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
Assist the division in monitoring avian influenza.

From Wildlife.Utah.gov:
Surveillance for avian influenza in Utah birds by the DWR
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is continuing to monitor for unusual mortality events in wild birds, especially in waterfowl and other water birds; gallinaceous birds such as quail and turkeys; scavenger birds such as crows and ravens; and birds of prey such as eagles, owls and other raptors.

We request that any groups (five or more birds) of dead waterfowl, shorebirds, wild turkeys or quail (not found near power lines or roads), as well as dead raptors and scavengers found near waterfowl habitats, be reported to a local DWR office or by calling 801-538-4700. Please do not pick up the carcass.

Mortalities or questions regarding domestic birds should be directed to the State Veterinarian’s office at 801-982-2200 or by calling the USDA toll free at 1-866-536-7593.”

Utah Division of Wildlife Resources number to call to report dead birds:
Northern Region
515 E. 5300 South, Ogden, UT 84405
Phone: 801-476-2740

https://wildlife.utah.gov/about-us/contact-dwr.html

Additionally, you can participate in a community science project sponsored by Seattle Audubon and NYC Audubon: dBird.
dBird tracks bird mortalities across the country, much like eBird tracks bird sightings.
https://dbird.org/

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To Report Wildlife Crimes:
Call the Utah Turn-in-a-Poacher (UTiP) hotline: 1-800-662-3337
For more information visit: https://wildlife.utah.gov/report-wildlife-crimes.html

There are two wildlife conservation officers that cover Cache County. They have shifting schedules for patrol and are often on for weekends and off during the week, so during non-business hours contacting dispatch will help place you in contact with whoever is on duty (other officers and sergeants from other areas will help cover too). During business hours Cache County residents can contact the regional DWR office in Ogden.

Regarding nests or migratory bird concerns, there is joint jurisdiction with the federal agents too. So contacting the USFWS office in Salt Lake City and getting in contact with their enforcement agent is another option. But contacting the UT DNR office is often quicker as they are more likely to have someone geographically closer.

UT DNR Regional Offices:
– Northern: 515 E 5300 S, Ogden, UT 84405, Tel: 801-476-2740
– Northeastern: 318 N Vernal Ave, Vernal, UT 84078, Tel: 435-781-9453
– Central: 1115 N Main St., Springville, UT 84663, Tel: 801-491-5678
– Southeastern: 319 N Carbonville Rd, Price, UT 84501, Tel: 435-613-3700
– Southern: 1470 N Airport Rd, Cedar City, UT 84721, Tel: 435-865-6100

US Fish & Wildlife Service:
Utah Ecological Services Field Office
(801) 975-3330
2369 West Orton Circle, Suite 50
West Valley City, UT 84119-7603
https://www.fws.gov/office/utah-ecological-services/what-we-do/laws-regulations