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Game and Fish warns of rabies, javelina complaints and illegal drone use during hunts
Summary
Danielle Klass, Wildlife Manager for Region III, informed residents of a rabies outbreak, current javelina hunts and upcoming turkey seasons, reported that 515 lake habitat structures were built in 2017, and said drones are illegal for aiding hunting.
Danielle Klass, wildlife manager for Arizona Game and Fish Region III, told Roosevelt residents on Feb. 12 about animal-safety and wildlife-management updates.
Klass warned of a local rabies outbreak and advised residents on how to respond to suspicious animals. She said a javelina hunt was underway and turkey hunts are scheduled for March and April. Klass reported that 515 habitat structures were installed in the lake in 2017 to support fish populations, discussed potential revisions to rules governing game cameras, offered tips to keep javelina away from homes, and stated that using drones to aid hunting is illegal.
Residents raised complaints about javelina encroaching on neighborhoods and Klass provided practical guidance on avoiding dangerous encounters, particularly around young animals.
