Merrick's newest four-legged residents cause some commotion

  • 2016-10-31
The 52-acre nature sanctuary known as Levy Preserve is now home to some beautiful wild creatures that local residents are anxious to view.

Reports had been circulating for some time about sightings of red foxes in the park, but it was only in the last two years that these sighting were confirmed. After rangers and visitors to the park supplied the park's sanitation commissioner with photographic evidence, Michael McConnell had to finally admit the furry creatures were part of the population.

The sanctuary authorities have no idea how, or exactly when, the foxes arrived, but are happy to allow the creatures to remain. The park offers the animals a safe haven as undeveloped property in the area slowly disappears. Experts believe the presence of coyotes in the north may have led to the animals’ migration in an attempt to evade the predators.

The only concern McConnell and the rest of the staff has regarding the foxes at this time is with the sightseers seeking contact and photo opportunities with the new guests. The Sanctuary is attempting to get the word out to the community about the dangers of approaching any wild animal, no matter how docile it may appear. All wild animals have the potential to attack, and losing the fear of humans can cost wild animals their life.

In a situation like this, the sanctuary could benefit from creating Brochures or Flyers that offer all of the information necessary to keep the public and the foxes safe.

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