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QUESTIONS ABOUT WILD ANIMALS

I found an injured/injured animal that needs help. How should I proceed?

All animals that arrive for care at CETAS-SC are apprehended, rescued or received by environmental agencies, and the Espaço Silvestre Institute is not responsible for this service. We only do the process of rehabilitation of wild terrestrial animals. If you are in Santa Catarina and wish to make a voluntary delivery or find an injured animal that needs help, is an orphan or is injured, sick or suffering abuse, contact with the Instituto de Meio Santa Catarina environment (IMA-SC) by WhatsApp (48) 98808-3372. For the other regions of Brazil and Santa Catarina, the telephone numbers are here . Let professionals evaluate the release of each animal and do the work in a way that will effectively help nature.

I hate to see wild animals trapped! Can I release them in the wild?

When done without technical evaluation, the release of wild animals can bring serious ecological risks and end many lives, including the animal you are trying to help. In addition to the problems related to the spread of diseases, there are also risks of introducing genetic lineages different from local populations, introduction of exotic species, behavioral problems, limitation of territory and resources so that this animal can live in the place of release, among others. To be released, the animal needs to be healthy, prepared to move around, forage for food in its wild form, recognize and flee from predators (including humans), etc. All of this requires preparation and is not as simple as it sounds. To avoid problems, do not buy or trap wild animals. See here the contact of the environmental agency or Wild Animal Screening Center in your state. Let professionals evaluate the release of each animal and do the work in a way that will effectively help nature.

How can I help a wild animal that is in captivity?

Keeping wild animals in captivity without legal authorization is a crime! Therefore, check if the animal is in an illegal situation with the competent environmental agencies. Remember that it is not possible to legalize a wild animal without origin . Penalties for keeping illegal animals range from fines to imprisonment. The penalty increases by 50% if the crime is committed against a rare or endangered species, such as the purple-breasted parrot. (Environmental Crimes Law No. 9.605/1998). If the animal is being abused, you can report it to Organs competent bodies. Contact _cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_environmental agencies from all Brazilian states are here . If you want to voluntarily surrender an illegal animal, see the next _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b- 136bad5cf58d_answers.

I found a pet that needs help, what should I do?

Instituto Espaço Silvestre only works with wild terrestrial animals. If you need help with domestic animals (dogs, cats, pigeons, chickens, etc.), please contact your city's Zoonosis Control Center and/or your local veterinarian.

Soltura e Destinação

DOUBTS ABOUT RELEASE AND DISPOSAL OF ANIMALS

Does voluntarily handing over an illegal wild animal suffer any penalty?

No. Precisely trying to avoid animal suffering and reduce illegal acts, the authorities defined that voluntary deliveries of wild animals will not have any administrative or criminal consequences. If you, or someone you know, wish to make a voluntary delivery, you must call the relevant authorities in your region. All Brazil numbers arehere

I'm from an environmental agency and I need to send animals to the Santa Catarina Wild Animal Screening Center

Before transporting wild animals to the Terrestrial Wild Animal Screening Center, environmental agencies throughout the state of Santa Catarina must consult the availability of vacancies directly with theInstitute de Environment of Santa Catherine. Clique hereto get the contact.

I have an area that I can make available for the release of wild animals. How can I register?

One of our priorities is the release of wild animals, as long as the sanitary and biological criteria are met. For this, we always count on the help of partners in the State of Santa Catarina. You can register for a release areahere, directly with the Institute of Environment of Santa Catarina or with IBAMA. If approved, releases of wild animals will be carried out on site when necessary.

I live in state X and want to call an environmental agency to deliver an animal or request a rescue. How to proceed?

All Brazilian states have different systems for delivering and rescuing wildlife. Therefore, you must contactorgans ambientais in your region or with the Environmental Military Police battalion morenext. All Brazil numbers arehere.

Where to look for information about the release responsible for wild animals in nature?

This page will be updated frequently with tips and information on the subject, so come back often and send us your suggestions.

Normative Instruction No. 5, of May 13, 2021, defines the guidelines and procedures for the disposal of wild animals seized, rescued by the competent authority or voluntarily delivered by the population, as well as for the functioning of the Wild Animal Screening Centers of the Ibama (Cetas). Access the documenthere.

GENERAL DOUBTS

I want to volunteer on a project. How should I proceed?

To be a volunteer at Instituto Espaço Silvestre, enter here and check if the project you are interested in has open positions at the moment. We emphasize that we have a limited number of volunteers and registration does not automatically correspond to its approval. In addition, volunteers are responsible for all travel, accommodation and food during the entire period.

I want to do an internship on a project. How should I proceed?

On a recurring basis, we post opportunities for internships in several areas for the projects of Instituto Espaço Silvestre. They will always be available here , on our social media (@espacosilvestre) and in our newsletters, which you can subscribe to through of the instructions at the bottom of all website pages. All details of the vacancy will be specified in the vacancy selection notice, and if you have any specific questions, please contact us via email, here.

I have a company/NGO/personal blog and I would like to make a partnership. How to schedule a meeting?

First of all, we are very happy to hear from you. We believe that together we will always be stronger. To arrange a meeting, please email here contacting briefly about your work and the type of partnership you would like to make. We will respond as soon as possible so we can talk more about how to put our ideas together.

I really liked your work and I want to invite you to a lecture or event. What are the ways?

First of all, we are very happy for the recognition. To send an invitation to a presentation, send an email to here , telling more about the event, date and location. Unfortunately, our schedule is usually tight and, therefore, we suggest that contacts be made well in advance. We are always rooting for these meetings to take place and inspire more people for a better world.

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