Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

DEEP headquarters at 79 Elm Street in Hartford has partially re-opened to staff and members of the public as of Tuesday, February 3. The DEEP records room has re-opened. The DEEP Central Permit Processing Unit (CPPU) will be open to the public starting on Wednesday, Feb. 4. For updates, click here

Rehabilitator

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  • Skunks in Distress

    Because of the potential threat of rabies, current policy does not allow for the rehabilitation of adult or sickly, skunks.

  • Small Birds in Distress

    Dealing with distressed small birds

  • Ducks and Geese in Distress

    If you find a duckling or gosling alone, search for a nearby parent and try to safely reunite them. If you find multiple ducklings or goslings, contain them by placing them under a laundry basket. Wait to see if the mother returns. If she does not return, contact one of the rehabilitators listed below.

  • Bats in Distress

    Because of their potential to carry rabies, specialized protocol dictates how to handle situations that involve bats.

  • Deer in Distress

    Rehabilitating an injured, adult deer is prohibited due to the potential dangers to humans and to the lack of success in trying to confine an adult deer for long term care.

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