Mountain lion, large numbers of deer spotted in DC
WASHINGTON (WUSA9) -- DC Animal Control officials have confirmed that a mountain lion was seen in Northeast near the new Costco. The Costco is located in the 2400 block of Market St NE.
Shortly after the confirmation, a public works safety alert warned of "massive numbers of deers crossing all streets in Penn Branch."
According to the alert, deer "have been spotted in groups of 3- 8 on the following streets:
-----O Street, 3200 block
--- 38th Street, 1600-1700 blocks
---Carpenter Street, 3700-3800 blocks
--- Highwood Place
--- Highwood Drive, 3200-3600 blocks"
Authorities say the deer usually appear from early dusk to sunrise. They cross streets to graze on grass, eat flowers, and nibble on trees and acorns.
Authorities are asking drivers to be cautious in the area. "Please do not put out food for them, since this will encourage them to return to your block in larger numbers. Just secure your backyard gates and sprinkle non-toxic products like 'Deer Away,' which you can obtain at any hardware store," advise authorities in the alert.
They also ask that you not allow your pets to chase the deer because a male deer, or a buck, can "stomp and possibly kill your pet."
In addition to deer, authorities asked residents to look out for red foxes, possums and other animals. They ask that you report seeing these animal to Animal Control at 311.
http://www.wusa9.com/rss/article/277291/187/Mountain-lion-large-numbers-of-deer-spotted-in-DC
Ted Cruz is chasing Republican House members again.
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Or something wrong with the natural food supply in their normal habitat that's causing them to look elsewhere for food?
Deer don't migrate, that I'm aware of ...
