​​The Wildlife Health Unit (WHU) at New York State’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is the place to report dead wildlife. They are particularly interested in knowing about:

​Of course, individual animals die of natural causes or due to accidents. Should you need to dispose of an animal carcass, keep in mind that it is important to protect both surface and groundwater from contamination. In addition, dead wildlife can be a health threat to people and other animals. We recommend that you read the guidelines on the WHU website carefully before handling or disposing of any dead wildlife. If you have any questions or concerns, call the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Region Four at (518) 357-2234.